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20186 Zcta 20186, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Zcta 20186, VA (20186)

ZIP code 20186, covering Zcta 20186, VA, has 66 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 38 hailstorms, 8 tornadoes, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.1M. A total of 9 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 58% of all recorded events (38 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 15, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Zcta 20186 has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 10, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Zcta 20186 has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $301.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 22, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Zcta 20186 has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $51.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🌊 Floods

Zcta 20186 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 $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 20, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Zcta 20186 has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Zcta 20186 was EF1 Tornado on Aug 30, 2005, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was 2.5" Hail (May 13, 2000), causing $1M in damages. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Zcta 20186, VA (20186)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 20186 has experienced 66 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), tornadoes (8 events), severe wind events (8 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (5 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 20186?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Zcta 20186, VA, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 20186 (Zcta 20186) prone to flooding?

Yes, Zcta 20186 (ZIP 20186) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 20, 2015.

Has Zcta 20186 (20186) ever been hit by a tornado?

Zcta 20186 has 8 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 10, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Zcta 20186, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 20186 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 30, 2005. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 20186?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.1M in property damage in the Zcta 20186, VA area (ZIP 20186). 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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