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05089 Windsor, VT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Windsor, VT (05089)

With 272 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 05089 in Windsor, VT has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 224 blizzards, 23 floods, and 20 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.7M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 224 recorded incidents (82% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 36 (16%) 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 $5.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 2022.

🌊 Floods

There have been 23 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 15 (65%) 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 $7.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 6, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 20 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 7, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Windsor 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 $175K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 28, 2012.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Windsor has experienced 2 extreme heat events 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. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Mar 17, 2012.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Windsor has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 24, 1955.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Windsor was Flood on Aug 28, 2011, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 2, 2013), causing $1.5M in damages. Heat on Mar 17, 2012 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Windsor, VT (05089)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 05089 has experienced 272 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (224 events), floods (23 events), hailstorms (20 events), extreme cold events (2 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 82% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 05089?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Windsor, VT, with 224 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 05089 (Windsor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Windsor (ZIP 05089) has 23 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 6, 2025.

Has Windsor (05089) ever been hit by a tornado?

Windsor has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 24, 1955.

What was the worst natural disaster in Windsor, VT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 05089 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 28, 2011. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 05089?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.7M in property damage in the Windsor, VT area (ZIP 05089). 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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