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03238 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (03238)

this area, (ZIP 03238) has a moderate disaster history with 22 recorded events. These include 10 floods, 7 blizzards, and 5 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.8M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 45% of all recorded events (10 total). Of these, 9 (90%) 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 $3.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 30, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (71%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 7, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 5 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 6, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Ice Storm on Jan 7, 1998, which caused $1.3M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Jan 7, 1998), causing $1.3M in damages. Flash Flood on Jul 1, 2017 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (03238)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 03238 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (10 events), blizzards (7 events), and hailstorms (5 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 03238?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 03238 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 03238) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 30, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 03238 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 7, 1998. This event caused $1.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 03238?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.8M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 03238). 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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