Sullivan storm history
Storm events recorded in Sullivan, Indiana between 1950 and 2025.
337
Total events
13
Tornadoes
45
Hail
116
Floods
3
Deaths
$37.0M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
This was the rotating supercell's first tornado, having traversed through Illinois for nearly 28 miles, producing EF3 damage before entering Indiana. The tornado crossed the Wabash River, entering Sullivan County 1.8 miles south of Merom. Near Merom, the tornado severely damaged …
Tornado F3 Tornado
Flooding occurred along the Wabash River in western Sullivan County, including near Riverton, due to heavy rainfall.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall amounts ranged from 4.0 to 5.2 inches. A Travel Advisory was issued for the county due to the impacts of snow on road conditions.
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds blew temperature shelter apart at Farmersburg TV-2 COOP station.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 65 mph thunderstorm wind gust was measured at WTWO.
Hail Hail
Numerous other hail reports ranging in size from 1-2 inches.
Hail Hail
Tornado EF0 Tornado
The episode's fourth tornado, which had started in Crawford County, Illinois before reaching EF1 intensity in Clark County, IL, crossed the Wabash River into far northwestern Sullivan County while continuing to weaken through EF0 intensity. The tornado uprooted and downed several…
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding on south section of the street near Family Dollar and Back street. Cars having to slow down due to flowing water. Total rainfall was around 3.75 inches.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple tree limbs snapped by thunderstorm wind gusts.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall ranged from 5.0 to 8.7 inches. A Travel Watch was issued for the county due to the impacts of snow on road conditions.
High Wind High Wind
Criteria was reached from non-thunderstorm wind gusts reaching at least 58 mph. Wind magnitude was estimated from observed gusts and damage reports in adjacent zones. At least 1250 homes were without power during the event.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 60 mph thunderstorm wind gust was measured at this location.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous tree limbs of unknown size downed by thunderstorm wind gusts across town.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall generally ranged from 4.0 to 4.6 inches, with 5.1 inches at the Graysville 5 WNW COOP site.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
Temperatures early on the 14th were as low as -9F, while robust winds gusted as high as 30-40 mph...resulting in extreme wind chills as low as -31F.
Drought Drought
Severe drought intensity that had begun on December 12, 2023 for all but extreme northeastern portions of Sullivan County, and expanded over all of Sullivan County on December 19, 2023, then continued into January, Following 2-week precipitation totals of 2.60 to 3.20 inches, sev…
Drought Drought
Continued well below normal rainfall caused severe drought intensity to begin on December 12, 2023 for all but extreme northeastern portions of Sullivan County, with severe drought expanding over all of Sullivan County with the December 19, 2023 update. Severe drought was downgra…
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Criteria was reached from maximum heat index values exceeding 110 degrees on the early afternoon of August 21st for essentially all of Sullivan County. Heat index values were estimated from reported maximum temperature at Farmersburg TV-2 COOP station and dewpoint data from the R…
Hail Hail
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Several roads with deep standing water or water flowing through town. A car was stalled on one of the roads.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Temperatures early on the 23rd were as low as -10F, while strong winds gusted as high as 46 mph...resulting in extreme wind chills as low as -35F. Snowfall as great as 2.0 inches combined with the strong winds to produce blowing snow and drifting snow, with visibility as low as 1…
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
Temperatures early on the 23rd were as low as -10F, while strong winds gusted as high as 46 mph...resulting in extreme wind chills as low as -35F.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Heavy rains flooded numerous roads in the town of Sullivan and across Sullivan County. Water then receded shortly after 1100 am EST. No specific damage was reported from flooding.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Criteria was reached from maximum heat index values reaching 110 degrees on June 14th over all but far eastern portions of Sullivan County. Heat index values are estimated from combination of observed maximum temperature of 98 degrees at Farmersburg TV-2 station and estimated dew…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm wind damage consistent with straight line winds during a brief downburst. The line of thunderstorms produced a very brief bowing segment around 1208 am EST from just south of Merom to just north of County Road 625 South. Assessment of damage shows property and debris…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall ranged from 5.0 to 8.3 inches with the greatest reported total in Farmersburg. A Travel Warning was issued for the county which is the highest level of local travel advisory due to the extreme impacts of the snow on road conditions.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Large tree blown onto power lines.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall amounts ranged from 6.8 to 10.0 inches with the heaviest amounts northwest of Graysville. A travel warning was issued for the county which is the highest level of local travel advisory due to the extreme impacts of the snow on road conditions.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
US 41 was closed between County Road 400S and 600S due to water flowing over the roads. Road was closed for several hours.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree and power line downed due to thunderstorm wind gusts.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was downed due to thunderstorm wind gusts and knocked down power lines.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Spotter reported several large tree limbs snapped near his location due to thunderstorm wind gusts with live power lines on the road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several large tree limbs and trees snapped due to thunderstorm wind gusts across the area with a concentrated area within the town of Sullivan. Numerous power outages reported as well.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Spotter reported 3 utility poles snapped at the ground and held up by the wires. Relayed via amateur radio and time estimated from radar.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The tornado began near the intersection of County Road 350 North and 1125 West and tracked northeast. There was damage to multiple corn fields as well as multiple areas of tree damage along the path. A swirling pattern was noted in the sheared and downed corn stalks on County Roa…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several houses had shingles blown off and numerous tree limbs were downed in Hymera due to damaging thunderstorm wind gusts.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding, up to two feet of water in spots, was observed on State Route 63 from the Vigo-Sullivan County line south to State Route 48 due to heavy thunderstorm rainfall.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed in City Park due to damaging thunderstorm wind gusts. This report was relayed via social media.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were numerous reports of several trees downed and power out across the city due to damaging thunderstorm wind gusts.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down blocking a road due to damaging thunderstorm wind gusts.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph or more was estimated in this location.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 1 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 | 13 | 0 |
| 2011 | 15 | 1 |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 | 15 | 0 |
| 2008 | 30 | 0 |
| 2007 | 15 | 0 |
| 2006 | 13 | 0 |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 |
| 2004 | 14 | 0 |
| 2003 | 9 | 0 |
| 2002 | 17 | 0 |
| 2001 | 10 | 0 |
| 2000 | 11 | 0 |
| 1999 | 11 | 0 |
| 1998 | 13 | 0 |
| 1997 | 5 | 0 |
| 1996 | 13 | 0 |
| 1994 | 3 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 10 | 3 |
| 1989 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | 3 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 4 | 0 |
| 1982 | 7 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | 1 | 1 |
| 1969 | 1 | 1 |
| 1963 | 1 | 1 |
| 1962 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | 4 | 2 |
| 1956 | 1 | 0 |