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22645 Middletown, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Middletown, VA (22645)

Federal records document 58 natural disaster events in the Middletown, VA area (ZIP 22645). These include 33 hailstorms, 8 blizzards, and 7 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $46.8M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 57% of all recorded events (33 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 23, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Middletown 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

Middletown has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 4 (57%) 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 May 16, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Middletown has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 17, 2004.

🔥 Wildfires

Middletown has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 5, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Middletown 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Middletown 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 Middletown, VA (22645)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 22645 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), blizzards (8 events), floods (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), wildfires (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 22645?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Middletown, VA, with 33 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 22645 (Middletown) prone to flooding?

Yes, Middletown (ZIP 22645) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $43.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 16, 2014.

Has Middletown (22645) ever been hit by a tornado?

Middletown has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 17, 2004.

What was the worst natural disaster in Middletown, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 22645 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 22645?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $46.8M in property damage in the Middletown, VA area (ZIP 22645). 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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