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05058 Post Mills, VT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Post Mills, VT (05058)

Post Mills, VT (ZIP 05058) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 241 natural disaster events on record. These include 228 blizzards, 8 floods, and 2 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5M.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Post Mills is blizzards, with 228 recorded events making up 95% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 20 (9%) 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. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 18, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Post Mills has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $580.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 18, 2006.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Post Mills has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 18, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Post Mills has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 4, 2023.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Post Mills has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Heat-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Mar 17, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Post Mills was Heat on Mar 17, 2012, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (May 18, 2023), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Post Mills, VT (05058)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 05058 has experienced 241 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (228 events), floods (8 events), extreme cold events (2 events), hailstorms (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 95% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 05058?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Post Mills, VT, with 228 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 05058 (Post Mills) prone to flooding?

Yes, Post Mills (ZIP 05058) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $580.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 18, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in Post Mills, VT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 05058 was Heat, which occurred on Mar 17, 2012. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 05058?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5M in property damage in the Post Mills, VT area (ZIP 05058). 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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