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20645 Issue, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Issue, MD (20645)

Government agency data shows 22 natural disaster events for ZIP 20645 in Issue, MD. These include 10 hailstorms, 4 severe wind events, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $851K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Issue is hailstorms, with 10 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 Apr 21, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Issue has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 21, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Issue 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Issue has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $540K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 27, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Issue 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Issue was EF1 Tornado on Jun 27, 2015, which caused $500K in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Sep 1, 2006), causing $120K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Issue, MD (20645)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 20645 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), and floods (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 20645?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Issue, MD, with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 20645 (Issue) prone to flooding?

Yes, Issue (ZIP 20645) 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 Issue (20645) ever been hit by a tornado?

Issue has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $540K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 27, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Issue, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 20645 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 27, 2015. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 20645?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $851K in property damage in the Issue, MD area (ZIP 20645). 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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