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24884 Squire, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Squire, WV (24884)

Squire, WV (ZIP 24884) has a moderate disaster history with 31 recorded events. These include 11 floods, 9 hailstorms, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.8M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Squire is floods, with 11 recorded events making up 35% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 5 (45%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Squire has experienced 9 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 17, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Squire has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Oct 29, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Squire has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $60K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

🌍 Earthquakes

Squire has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 19, 1976.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Squire has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 4, 1974.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Squire was EF1 Tornado on Apr 4, 1974, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Jan 27, 1998), causing $2M in damages. Heavy Snow on Dec 18, 2009 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Squire, WV (24884)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24884 has experienced 31 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (11 events), hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme cold events (4 events), earthquake (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24884?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Squire, WV, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24884 (Squire) prone to flooding?

Yes, Squire (ZIP 24884) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

Has Squire (24884) ever been hit by a tornado?

Squire has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 4, 1974.

What was the worst natural disaster in Squire, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24884 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 4, 1974. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24884?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.8M in property damage in the Squire, WV area (ZIP 24884). 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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