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05748 Hancock, VT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hancock, VT (05748)

Hancock, VT (ZIP 05748) has experienced 83 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 60 blizzards, 19 floods, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $14.6M.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 60 recorded incidents (72% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 7 (12%) 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 $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 23, 2003.

🌊 Floods

There have been 19 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (58%) 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 $13.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hancock has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 6, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Hancock has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 28, 2000.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hancock was Flash Flood on Jul 10, 2023, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 14, 2008), causing $750K in damages. Ice Storm on Jan 6, 1998 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hancock, VT (05748)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 05748 has experienced 83 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (60 events), floods (19 events), hailstorms (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 05748?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hancock, VT, with 60 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 05748 (Hancock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hancock (ZIP 05748) has 19 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $13.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hancock, VT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 05748 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 10, 2023. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 05748?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $14.6M in property damage in the Hancock, VT area (ZIP 05748). 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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