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06093 West Suffield, CT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: West Suffield, CT (06093)

West Suffield, CT (ZIP 06093) has a moderate disaster history with 34 recorded events. These include 14 hailstorms, 10 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $233.5M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 201 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 41% of all recorded events (14 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

West Suffield has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 5 (50%) 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 $450K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 17, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

West Suffield has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $232.9M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 1, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

West Suffield has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $108K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 26, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for West Suffield was EF3 Tornado on Jun 1, 2011, which caused $227.6M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jul 1, 2013), causing $5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in West Suffield, CT (06093)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 06093 has experienced 34 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (14 events), floods (10 events), tornadoes (6 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 06093?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in West Suffield, CT, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $75K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 06093 (West Suffield) prone to flooding?

Yes, West Suffield (ZIP 06093) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $450K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 17, 2018.

Has West Suffield (06093) ever been hit by a tornado?

West Suffield has 6 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $232.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 1, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in West Suffield, CT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 06093 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 1, 2011. This event caused $227.6M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 06093?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $233.5M in property damage in the West Suffield, CT area (ZIP 06093). 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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