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22623 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (22623)

Government agency data shows 27 natural disaster events for ZIP 22623 in this area, . These include 11 hailstorms, 8 blizzards, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $45.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for this area is hailstorms, with 11 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (25%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $43.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 16, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area 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 $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

🔥 Wildfires

this area has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 21, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flood on Sep 6, 1996, which caused $42M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $1.5M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 14, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (22623)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 22623 has experienced 27 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), blizzards (8 events), floods (6 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 22623?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 11 events documented.

Is ZIP code 22623 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 22623) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $43.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 16, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 22623 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 6, 1996. This event caused $42M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 22623?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $45.6M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 22623). 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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