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24866 Newhall, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Newhall, WV (24866)

Newhall, WV (ZIP 24866) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 13 floods, 11 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Newhall is floods, with 13 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 6 (46%) 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 $6.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 37% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $51K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 24, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Newhall has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $11K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 11, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Newhall has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 8, 1996.

💨 Severe wind events

Newhall has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $80K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Newhall was Flood on Nov 19, 2003, which caused $6.1M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 30, 2020), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Newhall, WV (24866)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24866 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (13 events), hailstorms (11 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24866?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Newhall, WV, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $6.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24866 (Newhall) prone to flooding?

Yes, Newhall (ZIP 24866) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Newhall, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24866 was Flood, which occurred on Nov 19, 2003. This event caused $6.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24866?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.1M in property damage in the Newhall, WV area (ZIP 24866). 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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