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21562 Mccoole, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mccoole, MD (21562)

Mccoole, MD (ZIP 21562) has a moderate disaster history with 27 recorded events. These include 13 hailstorms, 6 blizzards, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.9M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Mccoole is hailstorms, with 13 recorded events making up 48% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 1, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Mccoole has experienced 6 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $247K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 16, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Mccoole has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 27, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Mccoole has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mccoole has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mccoole was Flood on Sep 6, 1996, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Aug 7, 2023), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mccoole, MD (21562)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 21562 has experienced 27 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), blizzards (6 events), floods (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 21562?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mccoole, MD, with 13 events documented.

Is ZIP code 21562 (Mccoole) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mccoole (ZIP 21562) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 27, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mccoole, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 21562 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 6, 1996. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 21562?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.9M in property damage in the Mccoole, MD area (ZIP 21562). 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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