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24555 Glasgow, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glasgow, VA (24555)

Government agency data shows 42 natural disaster events for ZIP 24555 in Glasgow, VA. These include 18 wildfires, 16 hailstorms, and 8 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $126K.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Glasgow is wildfires, with 18 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 21, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 16 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Glasgow has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 2 (25%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 13, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glasgow was Flash Flood on Apr 16, 2011, which caused $60K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glasgow, VA (24555)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24555 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (18 events), hailstorms (16 events), and floods (8 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24555?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glasgow, VA, with 18 events documented.

Is ZIP code 24555 (Glasgow) prone to flooding?

Yes, Glasgow (ZIP 24555) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $125K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 13, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glasgow, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24555 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Apr 16, 2011. This event caused $60K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24555?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $126K in property damage in the Glasgow, VA area (ZIP 24555). 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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