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21029 Clarksville, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Clarksville, MD (21029)

ZIP code 21029, covering Clarksville, MD, has 65 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 39 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.8M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 60% of all recorded events (39 total). Of these, 2 (5%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Clarksville has experienced 6 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Clarksville has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 12, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Clarksville has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $638K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Clarksville has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Clarksville has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $52.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 11, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Clarksville was EF1 Tornado on Aug 28, 1992, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 12, 2022), causing $1M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Sep 24, 2001 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Clarksville, MD (21029)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 21029 has experienced 65 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (39 events), floods (6 events), severe wind events (6 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (5 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and extreme heat events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 60% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 21029?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Clarksville, MD, with 39 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 21029 (Clarksville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Clarksville (ZIP 21029) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $25K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2017.

Has Clarksville (21029) ever been hit by a tornado?

Clarksville has 5 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 $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Clarksville, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 21029 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 28, 1992. 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 21029?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.8M in property damage in the Clarksville, MD area (ZIP 21029). 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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