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04957 Norridgewock, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Norridgewock, ME (04957)

Government agency data shows 39 natural disaster events for ZIP 04957 in Norridgewock, ME. These include 17 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $52.4M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 44% of all recorded events (17 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 24, 2020.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (100%) 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 Dec 18, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Norridgewock has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (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 $50.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Norridgewock has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $525K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 21, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Norridgewock was Ice Storm on Jan 5, 1998, which caused $49M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 21, 2013), causing $844K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Norridgewock, ME (04957)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04957 has experienced 39 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (17 events), floods (14 events), blizzards (4 events), and tornadoes (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04957?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Norridgewock, ME, with 17 events documented.

Is ZIP code 04957 (Norridgewock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Norridgewock (ZIP 04957) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

Has Norridgewock (04957) ever been hit by a tornado?

Norridgewock 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 $525K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 21, 1997.

What was the worst natural disaster in Norridgewock, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04957 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 5, 1998. This event caused $49M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04957?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $52.4M in property damage in the Norridgewock, ME area (ZIP 04957). 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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