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23927 Clarksville, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Clarksville, VA (23927)

Government agency data shows 46 natural disaster events for ZIP 23927 in Clarksville, VA. These include 33 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.3M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 72% of all recorded events (33 total). Of these, 3 (9%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Clarksville 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 $107K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Clarksville has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Clarksville has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $98.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 17, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Clarksville has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Clarksville was EF2 Tornado on Aug 29, 1988, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Feb 24, 2016), causing $310K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Clarksville, VA (23927)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23927 has experienced 46 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23927?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Clarksville, VA, with 33 events documented.

Is ZIP code 23927 (Clarksville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Clarksville (ZIP 23927) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $98.3K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 17, 2018.

Has Clarksville (23927) ever been hit by a tornado?

Clarksville has 4 recorded tornado events 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 $3.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Clarksville, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23927 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 29, 1988. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23927?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.3M in property damage in the Clarksville, VA area (ZIP 23927). 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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