Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 47359
Montpelier, Indiana
Risk Summary for ZIP 47359
ZIP 47359 scores 4.0/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Tsunami.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 47359, Indiana
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 47359 serves the Montpelier community. The humid continental climate of this part of Indiana — bringing cold winters and warm, humid summers with variable severe weather — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 47359's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.0/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal tsunami exposure is the dominant hazard concern, with the regional tectonic environment capable of generating both local and distant-source tsunami waves. Secondary hazards include earthquake and tornado.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 47359's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by tsunami and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Indiana. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 47359's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that tsunami exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 47359: Tsunami preparedness
- Learn your community evacuation routes and the location of designated assembly areas.
- Standard homeowners insurance excludes tsunami flooding; flood coverage may be needed.
- If you feel strong shaking near the coast, move to high ground immediately — do not wait for an official warning.
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Local Factors for ZIP 47359
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 47359 from other communities in Indiana County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
3,528
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 40.6°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 1.5/10
Coordinates
40.5520° N, 85.2864° W
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for ZIP 47359
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.