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01010 Brimfield, MA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Brimfield, MA (01010)

Brimfield, MA (ZIP 01010) has a moderate disaster history with 20 recorded events. These include 9 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $206K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 9 recorded incidents (45% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Brimfield has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 2 (33%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $151K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 18, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Brimfield has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Brimfield was Flash Flood on Aug 12, 2012, which caused $98K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Brimfield, MA (01010)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 01010 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), floods (6 events), and tornadoes (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 01010?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Brimfield, MA, with 9 events documented.

Is ZIP code 01010 (Brimfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Brimfield (ZIP 01010) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $151K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 18, 2017.

Has Brimfield (01010) ever been hit by a tornado?

Brimfield has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $55K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Brimfield, MA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 01010 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 12, 2012. This event caused $98K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 01010?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $206K in property damage in the Brimfield, MA area (ZIP 01010). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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