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24476 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (24476)

Government agency data shows 32 natural disaster events for ZIP 24476 in this area, . These include 14 hailstorms, 7 blizzards, and 6 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $15M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for this area is hailstorms, with 14 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. 1 fatality has been attributed to hailstorms in this area. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🔥 Wildfires

this area has experienced 6 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

this area 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $10.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 18, 2003.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 31, 1992.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flood on Sep 6, 1996, which caused $5.8M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 10, 1997), causing $3M in damages. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (24476)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24476 has experienced 32 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (7 events), wildfires (6 events), floods (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24476?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 14 events documented.

Is ZIP code 24476 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 24476) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 18, 2003.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24476 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 6, 1996. This event caused $5.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24476?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $15M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 24476). 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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