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06483 Seymour, CT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Seymour, CT (06483)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 06483 in Seymour, CT. These include 10 hailstorms, 9 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.2M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Seymour is hailstorms, with 10 recorded events making up 38% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 3, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Seymour has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 8 (89%) 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 18, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Seymour has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $602.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 27, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Seymour has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $72K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 15, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Seymour was Flash Flood on Jul 8, 2011, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Aug 27, 2020), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Seymour, CT (06483)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 06483 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), floods (9 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 06483?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Seymour, CT, with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 06483 (Seymour) prone to flooding?

Yes, Seymour (ZIP 06483) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 18, 2024.

Has Seymour (06483) ever been hit by a tornado?

Seymour has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $602.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 27, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Seymour, CT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 06483 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 8, 2011. 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 06483?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.2M in property damage in the Seymour, CT area (ZIP 06483). 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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