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22482 Kilmarnock, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kilmarnock, VA (22482)

Kilmarnock, VA (ZIP 22482) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 10 hailstorms, 8 floods, and 8 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.6M. A total of 8 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 33% of all recorded events (10 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Kilmarnock has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 7 (88%) 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 $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Kilmarnock has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $6.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 4, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Kilmarnock has experienced 3 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 $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Kilmarnock has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 2, 1989.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kilmarnock was EF2 Tornado on Aug 4, 2020, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 10, 1990), causing $2.5M in damages. Coastal Flood on Oct 2, 2015 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kilmarnock, VA (22482)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 22482 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), floods (8 events), tornadoes (8 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 33% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 22482?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kilmarnock, VA, with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 22482 (Kilmarnock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kilmarnock (ZIP 22482) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2024.

Has Kilmarnock (22482) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kilmarnock has 8 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 $6.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 4, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kilmarnock, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 22482 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 4, 2020. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 22482?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.6M in property damage in the Kilmarnock, VA area (ZIP 22482). 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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