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23958 Pamplin, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pamplin, VA (23958)

Government agency data shows 46 natural disaster events for ZIP 23958 in Pamplin, VA. These include 30 hailstorms, 6 blizzards, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $502K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 30 recorded incidents (65% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Dec 31, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Pamplin 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Pamplin has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Dec 7, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Pamplin has experienced 3 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $80.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 10, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pamplin has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $52.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 8, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pamplin was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Dec 7, 2011, which caused $200K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pamplin, VA (23958)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 23958 has experienced 46 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), blizzards (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), floods (3 events), and tornadoes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 23958?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pamplin, VA, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 23958 (Pamplin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pamplin (ZIP 23958) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $80.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 10, 2021.

Has Pamplin (23958) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pamplin has 3 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 $52.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 8, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pamplin, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 23958 was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Dec 7, 2011. This event caused $200K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 23958?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $502K in property damage in the Pamplin, VA area (ZIP 23958). 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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