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02370 Rockland, MA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rockland, MA (02370)

Rockland, MA (ZIP 02370) has a moderate disaster history with 25 recorded events. These include 11 floods, 11 hailstorms, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.5M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 11 recorded incidents (44% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (18%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $16.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 10, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 44% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Rockland has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $260K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 18, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Rockland has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 6, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rockland was Flood on Mar 14, 2010, which caused $16.1M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jul 4, 1964), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rockland, MA (02370)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 02370 has experienced 25 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (11 events), hailstorms (11 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 02370?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rockland, MA, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $16.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 02370 (Rockland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rockland (ZIP 02370) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $16.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 10, 2023.

Has Rockland (02370) ever been hit by a tornado?

Rockland has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $260K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 18, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rockland, MA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 02370 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 14, 2010. This event caused $16.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 02370?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.5M in property damage in the Rockland, MA area (ZIP 02370). 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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