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13780 Guilford, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Guilford, NY (13780)

Federal records document 70 natural disaster events in the Guilford, NY area (ZIP 13780). These include 32 floods, 17 hailstorms, and 16 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.2M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 46% of all recorded events (32 total). Of these, 16 (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 $4.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 22, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 17 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 4, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (50%) 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 $2.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 18, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Guilford has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 15, 2004.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Guilford has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 26, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Guilford has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 29, 1992.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Guilford was Ice Storm on Apr 4, 2003, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Apr 2, 2005), causing $1M in damages. Flood on Sep 18, 2004 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Guilford, NY (13780)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 13780 has experienced 70 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (32 events), hailstorms (17 events), blizzards (16 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 13780?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Guilford, NY, with 32 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 13780 (Guilford) prone to flooding?

Yes, Guilford (ZIP 13780) has 32 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 22, 2025.

Has Guilford (13780) ever been hit by a tornado?

Guilford has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $100K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Guilford, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 13780 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Apr 4, 2003. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 13780?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.2M in property damage in the Guilford, NY area (ZIP 13780). 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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