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21050 Forest Hill, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Forest Hill, MD (21050)

ZIP code 21050, covering Forest Hill, MD, has 72 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 45 hailstorms, 9 severe wind events, and 8 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $733.5K. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 52 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 63% of all recorded events (45 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $23K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 6, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Forest Hill has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $288K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 12, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Forest Hill has experienced 8 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 3, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Forest Hill has experienced 5 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $67.5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Forest Hill has experienced 3 extreme heat events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 1, 2006.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Forest Hill has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $310K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Forest Hill was EF1 Tornado on Jun 1, 2012, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 12, 2022), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Forest Hill, MD (21050)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 21050 has experienced 72 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (45 events), severe wind events (9 events), floods (8 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme heat events (3 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 21050?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Forest Hill, MD, with 45 events documented. These events have caused a combined $23K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 21050 (Forest Hill) prone to flooding?

Yes, Forest Hill (ZIP 21050) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $45K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 3, 2021.

Has Forest Hill (21050) ever been hit by a tornado?

Forest Hill has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $310K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Forest Hill, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 21050 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 1, 2012. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 21050?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $733.5K in property damage in the Forest Hill, MD area (ZIP 21050). 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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