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20618 Bushwood, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bushwood, MD (20618)

Government agency data shows 20 natural disaster events for ZIP 20618 in Bushwood, MD. These include 9 hailstorms, 4 tornadoes, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.2M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Bushwood is hailstorms, with 9 recorded events making up 45% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 25, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Bushwood has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Bushwood has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $85K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 18, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Bushwood has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $220K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 28, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Bushwood has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $97.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 21, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bushwood was EF1 Tornado on May 8, 1984, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jul 1, 2025), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bushwood, MD (20618)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 20618 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (3 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 20618?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bushwood, MD, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 20618 (Bushwood) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bushwood (ZIP 20618) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $220K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 28, 2012.

Has Bushwood (20618) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bushwood has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 1, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bushwood, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 20618 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on May 8, 1984. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 20618?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.2M in property damage in the Bushwood, MD area (ZIP 20618). 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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