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05776 West Rupert, VT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: West Rupert, VT (05776)

Government agency data shows 37 natural disaster events for ZIP 05776 in West Rupert, VT. These include 13 blizzards, 12 floods, and 8 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $591.7K. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 13 recorded incidents (35% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) 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 $473.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 10, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

West Rupert has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 1, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

West Rupert has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 16, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

West Rupert 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 May 29, 1969.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for West Rupert was Flood on Jul 10, 2023, which caused $200K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in West Rupert, VT (05776)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 05776 has experienced 37 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (13 events), floods (12 events), hailstorms (8 events), severe wind events (3 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 05776?

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

Is ZIP code 05776 (West Rupert) prone to flooding?

Yes, West Rupert (ZIP 05776) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $473.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 10, 2023.

Has West Rupert (05776) ever been hit by a tornado?

West Rupert 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 May 29, 1969.

What was the worst natural disaster in West Rupert, VT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 05776 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 10, 2023. This event caused $200K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 05776?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $591.7K in property damage in the West Rupert, VT area (ZIP 05776). 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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