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24934 Dunmore, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dunmore, WV (24934)

Dunmore, WV (ZIP 24934) has a moderate disaster history with 47 recorded events. These include 20 floods, 14 hailstorms, and 10 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.9M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 43% of all recorded events (20 total). Of these, 2 (10%) 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 $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 1, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 14 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 2, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Dunmore has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (70%) 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 $995K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Dunmore has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Dunmore has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 31, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dunmore was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Oct 29, 2012), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dunmore, WV (24934)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24934 has experienced 47 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (20 events), hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (10 events), extreme cold events (2 events), 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 24934?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dunmore, WV, with 20 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24934 (Dunmore) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dunmore (ZIP 24934) has 20 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 1, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dunmore, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24934 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24934?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.9M in property damage in the Dunmore, WV area (ZIP 24934). 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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