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23954 Meherrin, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Meherrin, VA (23954)

Government agency data shows 20 natural disaster events for ZIP 23954 in Meherrin, VA. These include 12 hailstorms, 6 blizzards, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 60% of all recorded events (12 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Meherrin has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $159K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 11, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Meherrin has experienced 2 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 11, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Meherrin was Flash Flood on Oct 11, 2018, which caused $1.1M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Meherrin, VA (23954)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23954 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), blizzards (6 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 60% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23954?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Meherrin, VA, with 12 events documented.

Is ZIP code 23954 (Meherrin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Meherrin (ZIP 23954) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 11, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Meherrin, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23954 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Oct 11, 2018. This event caused $1.1M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23954?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Meherrin, VA area (ZIP 23954). 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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