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24931 Crawley, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Crawley, WV (24931)

Government agency data shows 34 natural disaster events for ZIP 24931 in Crawley, WV. These include 13 blizzards, 12 hailstorms, and 8 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $6M. A total of 10 injuries have been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Crawley is blizzards, with 13 recorded events making up 38% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 7 (54%) 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 $722K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 5, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 12 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $154K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 12, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Crawley has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $5.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 27, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Crawley has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 8, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Crawley was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Mar 13, 2010), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Crawley, WV (24931)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24931 has experienced 34 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (13 events), hailstorms (12 events), floods (8 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24931?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Crawley, WV, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $722K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24931 (Crawley) prone to flooding?

Yes, Crawley (ZIP 24931) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 27, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Crawley, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24931 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24931?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6M in property damage in the Crawley, WV area (ZIP 24931). 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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