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02652 North Truro, MA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: North Truro, MA (02652)

North Truro, MA (ZIP 02652) has experienced 55 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 24 severe wind events, 16 blizzards, and 15 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.2M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

💨 Severe wind events — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for North Truro is severe wind events, with 24 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 18, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (50%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2022.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (47%) 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 $7.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for North Truro was Coastal Flood on Feb 9, 2013, which caused $5.3M in property damage. Another major event was 84 mph High Wind (Oct 26, 2021), causing $1.3M in damages. Heavy Snow on Jan 7, 1996 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in North Truro, MA (02652)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 02652 has experienced 55 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (24 events), blizzards (16 events), and floods (15 events). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 02652?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in North Truro, MA, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 02652 (North Truro) prone to flooding?

Yes, North Truro (ZIP 02652) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in North Truro, MA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 02652 was Coastal Flood, which occurred on Feb 9, 2013. This event caused $5.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 02652?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.2M in property damage in the North Truro, MA area (ZIP 02652). 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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