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12957 Moira, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Moira, NY (12957)

Moira, NY (ZIP 12957) has a moderate disaster history with 18 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 5 floods, and 1 severe wind event. Total documented property damage amounts to $635K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Moira is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 67% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 3, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Moira has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $340K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 21, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Moira has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 21, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Moira was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 21, 2010, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 12, 2018), causing $150K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Moira, NY (12957)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12957 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), floods (5 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12957?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Moira, NY, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $45K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12957 (Moira) prone to flooding?

Yes, Moira (ZIP 12957) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $340K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 21, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Moira, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12957 was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 21, 2010. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12957?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $635K in property damage in the Moira, NY area (ZIP 12957). 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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