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03276 Tilton, NH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tilton, NH (03276)

Tilton, NH (ZIP 03276) has a moderate disaster history with 49 recorded events. These include 21 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 6 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.7M. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Tilton is hailstorms, with 21 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 6, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (43%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 29, 2021.

🌍 Earthquakes

Tilton has experienced 6 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 26, 2010.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tilton has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $277.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 3, 1972.

❄️ Blizzards

Tilton has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $4.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 11, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

Tilton has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 20, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tilton was Ice Storm on Jan 7, 1998, which caused $3.8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 16, 2007), causing $700K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tilton, NH (03276)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 03276 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), floods (14 events), earthquakes (6 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 03276?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tilton, NH, with 21 events documented.

Is ZIP code 03276 (Tilton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tilton (ZIP 03276) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 29, 2021.

Has Tilton (03276) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tilton has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $277.8K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 3, 1972.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tilton, NH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 03276 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 7, 1998. This event caused $3.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 03276?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.7M in property damage in the Tilton, NH area (ZIP 03276). 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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