Scott storm history
Storm events recorded in Scott, Indiana between 1950 and 2025.
191
Total events
15
Tornadoes
27
Hail
22
Floods
2
Deaths
$4.6M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
After exiting Clark County as an EF-4, this one-third mile wide tornado tracked for only six tenths of a mile across extreme southeastern Scott County before entering Jefferson County between the eastern endpoint of County Road 550 South and State Route 362. Despite its limited d…
Tornado F3 Tornado
The National Weather Service in conjunction with Scott County Emergency Management, determined an EF-1 Tornado touched down 4 miles south of Scottsburg, on Interstate 65 at approximately mile marker 25.5. After overturning a semi tractor-trailer on the Interstate, the tornado mov…
A 1-2 mile swath of strong straight-line winds estimated at 60-80 mph moved across southern Scott County, downing trees and power lines and causing mainly minor roof damage. An EF-1 tornado was embedded within this area just east of Interstate 65. Between this area and another to…
Frost/Freeze Frost/Freeze
A freeze occurred. CWOP station dropped to 31 degrees, while personal home weather stations dropped into the 28-32 degree range during the early morning hours.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
An EF2 tornado, with peak winds of 115 mph, tracked across a little over a 15-mile stretch of southern and eastern Washington County late Wednesday night. It likely dissipated over the heavily forested area along the Washington/Scott county border. It was on the ground for 13 min…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There was a roof torn off a building on South Lake Road.
Hail Hail
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A swath of 6 to 8 inches of snow fell across Scott County, Indiana. In addition, ice accumulation around 0.10 inches occurred.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed on Double or Nothing Road near Indiana State Road 356.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were multiple reports of tree damage from 2nd Street and Washington Street in Scottsburg. There was at least one power line down as well.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down at Lovers Lane and Prewitt Lane.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree blew down on State Road 3.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There was a tree down on State Road 203 near State Road 3.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on a house in Scottsburg.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The survey team went across the west northwest side of Scottsburg over to Lake Iona. There was sporadic straight line wind damage of 60 mph. Trees were all facing towards the east northeast.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees fell down over roads in Austin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell down on a road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down near the Clark County line.
High Wind High Wind
A 58 MPH wind gust was measured at an INDOT site in Scottsburg.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall of 2 to 4 inches accumulated with blowing snow and strong wind gusts of 30-40 mph. Rapidly falling temperatures resulted in slick roads and significant travel impacts. Treacherous travel conditions were noted throughout December 23rd, a busy holiday travel day. Wind chil…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were multiple trees that were uprooted and power lines blown down in Scottsburg.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down in Lexington.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
Highway department reported 0.25 inches of ice accumulation with between 2 and 2.5 inches of sleet accumulation and between 0.75 and 1 inch of snow accumulation.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
The National Weather Service in Louisville conducted a storm damage survey across Scott county, Indiana. The survey team found damage consistent with 80 mph winds in Lexington, Indiana. The tornado began at the Lexington cemetery and continued all the way to the Lexington fire an…
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Multiple roads flooded east of Scottsburg.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Around 3 to 4 inches of snow and sleet impacted Scott County, Indiana with the worst weather observed on 2/15/2021.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reported down along State Road 3.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reported down throughout Scott County, Indiana.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported down at Hardy Lake in Scott County, Indiana.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree blew down on Madison Street.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines blew down on Carla Lane in Scottsburg.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines blew down on Willow Shore Drive in Scottsburg.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines blew down on Gardner Street in Scottsburg.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was reported down on State Road 56 near Blocher.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The emergency manager of Scott County, Indiana reported that the main intersection in Scottsburg was flooded.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reported down along State Road 56.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Two trees were down on homes in Scottsburg, Indiana.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There was a tree down on one of the exit ramps from Interstate 65 to Scottsburg, Indiana.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There was a tree down at Scottsburg High School.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Between 5 and 8 inches of snow fell across the county.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Public reported flash flooding on US 31N, north of Indiana 56 and east of I-65.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Between 3 and 5 inches of snow fell on top of 0.1 to 0.2 inches of ice accumulation across the county.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Scott County Emergency Manager reported several downed trees blocking Harrod Road.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 1 |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 0 |
| 2017 | 7 | 1 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 |
| 2014 | 8 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 11 | 1 |
| 2011 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | 9 | 1 |
| 2007 | 5 | 0 |
| 2006 | 10 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 0 |
| 1996 | 8 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 2 | 1 |
| 1985 | 2 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | 2 | 2 |
| 1973 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | 1 | 1 |
| 1963 | 1 | 1 |
| 1961 | 1 | 1 |