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24380 Willis, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Willis, VA (24380)

ZIP code 24380, covering Willis, VA, has 57 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 35 hailstorms, 10 floods, and 9 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.5M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 35 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 30, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Willis has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 7 (70%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $4.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 13, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Willis has experienced 9 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $78.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 11, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Willis has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $37K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 23, 1999.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Willis has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 8, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Willis was Flash Flood on Sep 29, 2015, which caused $3.1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 29, 2015), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Willis, VA (24380)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24380 has experienced 57 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), floods (10 events), blizzards (9 events), tornadoes (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24380?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Willis, VA, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24380 (Willis) prone to flooding?

Yes, Willis (ZIP 24380) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 13, 2020.

Has Willis (24380) ever been hit by a tornado?

Willis has 2 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 $37K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 23, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in Willis, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24380 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 29, 2015. This event caused $3.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24380?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.5M in property damage in the Willis, VA area (ZIP 24380). 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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