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23116 Zcta 23116, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Zcta 23116, VA (23116)

Federal records document 76 natural disaster events in the Zcta 23116, VA area (ZIP 23116). These include 64 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Zcta 23116 is hailstorms, with 64 recorded events making up 84% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Zcta 23116 has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 27, 2010.

🌊 Floods

Zcta 23116 has experienced 3 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $29K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 23, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Zcta 23116 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Zcta 23116 was EF1 Tornado on Oct 27, 2010, which caused $500K 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 Zcta 23116, VA (23116)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23116 has experienced 76 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (64 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23116?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Zcta 23116, VA, with 64 events documented. These events have caused a combined $6K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 23116 (Zcta 23116) prone to flooding?

Yes, Zcta 23116 (ZIP 23116) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $29K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 23, 2024.

Has Zcta 23116 (23116) ever been hit by a tornado?

Zcta 23116 has 7 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 Oct 27, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Zcta 23116, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23116 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 27, 2010. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23116?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Zcta 23116, VA area (ZIP 23116). 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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