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25015 Diamond, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Diamond, WV (25015)

Federal records document 72 natural disaster events in the Diamond, WV area (ZIP 25015). These include 30 floods, 16 hailstorms, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $14.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Diamond is floods, with 30 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 9 (30%) 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 $9.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 16 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $51K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 29, 2016.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (64%) 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 $4.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Diamond has experienced 7 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (29%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $630K 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 Dec 23, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Diamond has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $255K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Diamond has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Diamond was Flash Flood on Aug 28, 2023, which caused $4.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Nov 19, 2003), causing $2M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 16, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Diamond, WV (25015)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25015 has experienced 72 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (30 events), hailstorms (16 events), blizzards (11 events), extreme cold events (7 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25015?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Diamond, WV, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25015 (Diamond) prone to flooding?

Yes, Diamond (ZIP 25015) has 30 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

Has Diamond (25015) ever been hit by a tornado?

Diamond has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $255K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Diamond, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25015 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 28, 2023. This event caused $4.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25015?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $14.4M in property damage in the Diamond, WV area (ZIP 25015). 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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