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03216 Andover, NH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Andover, NH (03216)

Andover, NH (ZIP 03216) has a moderate disaster history with 24 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 7 floods, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.7M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Andover is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $100 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Andover has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 4 (57%) 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 29, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Andover has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 11, 2008.

🌍 Earthquakes

Andover has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 26, 1964.

💨 Severe wind events

Andover has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 15, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Andover was Ice Storm on Jan 7, 1998, which caused $3.7M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 11, 2008), causing $1.6M in damages. Flood on Oct 8, 2005 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Andover, NH (03216)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 03216 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), floods (7 events), blizzards (3 events), earthquake (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 03216?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Andover, NH, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $100 in property damage.

Is ZIP code 03216 (Andover) prone to flooding?

Yes, Andover (ZIP 03216) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 29, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Andover, NH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 03216 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 7, 1998. This event caused $3.7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 03216?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.7M in property damage in the Andover, NH area (ZIP 03216). 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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