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24935 Indian Mills, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Indian Mills, WV (24935)

Government agency data shows 34 natural disaster events for ZIP 24935 in Indian Mills, WV. These include 21 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $621.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 62% of all recorded events (21 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 6, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Indian Mills has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $287K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Indian Mills has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $303K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 12, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Indian Mills has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 9, 1958.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Indian Mills 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Indian Mills has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 8, 1965.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Indian Mills was Heavy Snow on Feb 6, 1998, which caused $200K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Indian Mills, WV (24935)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 24935 has experienced 34 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 24935?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Indian Mills, WV, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 24935 (Indian Mills) prone to flooding?

Yes, Indian Mills (ZIP 24935) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $287K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

Has Indian Mills (24935) ever been hit by a tornado?

Indian Mills has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 8, 1965.

What was the worst natural disaster in Indian Mills, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 24935 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Feb 6, 1998. This event caused $200K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 24935?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $621.5K in property damage in the Indian Mills, WV area (ZIP 24935). 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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