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23872 Mc Kenney, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mc Kenney, VA (23872)

Mc Kenney, VA (ZIP 23872) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 11 tornadoes, 8 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.7M. A total of 8 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌪️ Tornadoes — Most Frequent Hazard

With 11 recorded incidents (37% of all events), tornadoes are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (18%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2017.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Mc Kenney has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Mc Kenney has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $127K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mc Kenney has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 9, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mc Kenney was EF1 Tornado on Apr 16, 2011, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 5, 2017), causing $480K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mc Kenney, VA (23872)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23872 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include tornadoes (11 events), hailstorms (8 events), blizzards (6 events), and severe wind events (5 events). The primary hazard is tornadoes, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23872?

Tornadoes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mc Kenney, VA, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.5M in property damage.

Has Mc Kenney (23872) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mc Kenney has 11 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 $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mc Kenney, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23872 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 16, 2011. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23872?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.7M in property damage in the Mc Kenney, VA area (ZIP 23872). 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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