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20818 Cabin John, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cabin John, MD (20818)

Government agency data shows 47 natural disaster events for ZIP 20818 in Cabin John, MD. These include 30 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $20.7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Cabin John is hailstorms, with 30 recorded events making up 64% 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 Jun 25, 2020.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) 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 $660K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 10, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Cabin John has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $20M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 29, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Cabin John has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 31, 1952.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cabin John was 84 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 29, 2023, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 8, 2019), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cabin John, MD (20818)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 20818 has experienced 47 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), floods (12 events), severe wind events (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 20818?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cabin John, MD, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 20818 (Cabin John) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cabin John (ZIP 20818) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $660K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 10, 2020.

Has Cabin John (20818) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cabin John has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 31, 1952.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cabin John, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 20818 was 84 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 29, 2023. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 20818?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $20.7M in property damage in the Cabin John, MD area (ZIP 20818). 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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