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24457 Low Moor, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Low Moor, VA (24457)

Low Moor, VA (ZIP 24457) has a moderate disaster history with 18 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 4 floods, and 1 wildfire. Total documented property damage amounts to $532K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 67% of all recorded events (12 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 8, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Low Moor has experienced 4 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 $532K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2016.

🔥 Wildfires

Low Moor has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 12, 2007.

💨 Severe wind events

Low Moor has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 14, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Low Moor was Flood on Sep 30, 2010, which caused $500K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Low Moor, VA (24457)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24457 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), floods (4 events), wildfire (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24457?

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

Is ZIP code 24457 (Low Moor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Low Moor (ZIP 24457) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $532K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Low Moor, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24457 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 30, 2010. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24457?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $532K in property damage in the Low Moor, VA area (ZIP 24457). 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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