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23060 Glen Allen, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glen Allen, VA (23060)

ZIP code 23060, covering Glen Allen, VA, has 76 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 68 hailstorms, 4 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.6M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Glen Allen is hailstorms, with 68 recorded events making up 89% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $9.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Glen Allen has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 27, 2010.

❄️ Blizzards

Glen Allen has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 30, 2000.

🌊 Floods

Glen Allen has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 8, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Glen Allen has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 25, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glen Allen was EF1 Tornado on Jun 16, 1989, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Oct 27, 2010), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glen Allen, VA (23060)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23060 has experienced 76 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (68 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (2 events), flood (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 89% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23060?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glen Allen, VA, with 68 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 23060 (Glen Allen) prone to flooding?

Yes, Glen Allen (ZIP 23060) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 8, 2025.

Has Glen Allen (23060) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glen Allen has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 27, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glen Allen, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23060 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 16, 1989. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23060?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.6M in property damage in the Glen Allen, VA area (ZIP 23060). 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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