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23511 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (23511)

this area, (ZIP 23511) has experienced 60 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 27 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $122.8M. A total of 32 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for this area is hailstorms, with 27 recorded events making up 45% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $12M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $18.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 2012.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (82%) 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 $42.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $50.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 26, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 26, 2022, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Oct 8, 2016), causing $19M in damages. Coastal Flood on Nov 12, 2009 also caused significant damage ($18M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (23511)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23511 has experienced 60 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), tornadoes (14 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (7 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23511?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 27 events documented. These events have caused a combined $12M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 23511 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 23511) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $42.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

Has this area (23511) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $18.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23511 was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 26, 2022. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23511?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $122.8M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 23511). 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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