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21875 Delmar, MD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Delmar, MD (21875)

Government agency data shows 34 natural disaster events for ZIP 21875 in Delmar, MD. These include 21 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.7M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 21 recorded incidents (62% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 15, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Delmar 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Delmar 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 $470K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 28, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Delmar has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $230K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 16, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Delmar has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 13, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Delmar was Ice Storm on Dec 23, 1998, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Oct 29, 2012), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Delmar, MD (21875)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 21875 has experienced 34 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 21875?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Delmar, MD, with 21 events documented.

Is ZIP code 21875 (Delmar) prone to flooding?

Yes, Delmar (ZIP 21875) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $470K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 28, 2021.

Has Delmar (21875) ever been hit by a tornado?

Delmar has 3 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 $230K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 16, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Delmar, MD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 21875 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 23, 1998. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 21875?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.7M in property damage in the Delmar, MD area (ZIP 21875). 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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