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22043 Pimmit, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pimmit, VA (22043)

ZIP code 22043, covering Pimmit, VA, has 80 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 54 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $36.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pimmit is hailstorms, with 54 recorded events making up 68% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (55%) 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 $722K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 7, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Pimmit has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 29, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pimmit has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 1, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pimmit was 84 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 29, 2023, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 29, 2023), causing $10M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Oct 13, 1983 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pimmit, VA (22043)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 22043 has experienced 80 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (54 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (9 events), and tornadoes (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 68% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 22043?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pimmit, VA, with 54 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 22043 (Pimmit) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pimmit (ZIP 22043) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $722K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 7, 2020.

Has Pimmit (22043) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pimmit has 6 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 1, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pimmit, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 22043 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 22043?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $36.1M in property damage in the Pimmit, VA area (ZIP 22043). 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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