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23893 White Plains, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: White Plains, VA (23893)

Government agency data shows 16 natural disaster events for ZIP 23893 in White Plains, VA. These include 9 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $127K. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for White Plains is hailstorms, with 9 recorded events making up 56% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 9, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

White Plains has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $97K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

White Plains has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 9, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

White Plains has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 2, 1966.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for White Plains was Ice Storm on Feb 13, 2021, which caused $40K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in White Plains, VA (23893)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23893 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (5 events), flood (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23893?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in White Plains, VA, with 9 events documented.

Is ZIP code 23893 (White Plains) prone to flooding?

Yes, White Plains (ZIP 23893) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 9, 2024.

Has White Plains (23893) ever been hit by a tornado?

White Plains has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 2, 1966.

What was the worst natural disaster in White Plains, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23893 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Feb 13, 2021. This event caused $40K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23893?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $127K in property damage in the White Plains, VA area (ZIP 23893). 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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