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12850 Middle Grove, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Middle Grove, NY (12850)

Federal records document 87 natural disaster events in the Middle Grove, NY area (ZIP 12850). These include 32 hailstorms, 28 blizzards, and 20 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.8M. A total of 33 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 37% of all recorded events (32 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $33K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 6, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 28 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (39%) 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 $828.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 2, 2013.

🌊 Floods

There have been 20 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (35%) 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 $10.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 7, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Middle Grove has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 17, 2006.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Middle Grove has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 1, 2008.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Middle Grove has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 16, 1989.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Middle Grove was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $5M in damages. Frost/Freeze on May 1, 2008 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Middle Grove, NY (12850)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12850 has experienced 87 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), blizzards (28 events), floods (20 events), severe wind events (4 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12850?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Middle Grove, NY, with 32 events documented. These events have caused a combined $33K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12850 (Middle Grove) prone to flooding?

Yes, Middle Grove (ZIP 12850) has 20 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 7, 2022.

Has Middle Grove (12850) ever been hit by a tornado?

Middle Grove has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 16, 1989.

What was the worst natural disaster in Middle Grove, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12850 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12850?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.8M in property damage in the Middle Grove, NY area (ZIP 12850). 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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