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05761 Pawlet, VT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pawlet, VT (05761)

Government agency data shows 36 natural disaster events for ZIP 05761 in Pawlet, VT. These include 13 blizzards, 13 floods, and 8 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.5M.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pawlet is blizzards, with 13 recorded events making up 36% of the area's disaster history. Winter storm events have caused a combined $83.2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 17, 2002.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (38%) 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.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Pawlet has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 3, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Pawlet has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 16, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pawlet was Flash Flood on Apr 15, 2019, which caused $1M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pawlet, VT (05761)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 05761 has experienced 36 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (13 events), floods (13 events), hailstorms (8 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 36% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 05761?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pawlet, VT, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $83.2K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 05761 (Pawlet) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pawlet (ZIP 05761) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 29, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pawlet, VT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 05761 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Apr 15, 2019. 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 05761?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.5M in property damage in the Pawlet, VT area (ZIP 05761). 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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