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25165 Racine, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Racine, WV (25165)

Government agency data shows 29 natural disaster events for ZIP 25165 in Racine, WV. These include 16 floods, 4 blizzards, and 4 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.1M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Racine is floods, with 16 recorded events making up 55% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 9 (56%) 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 $5.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Racine has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (100%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 3, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Racine has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $210K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Racine has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 1, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Racine has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $85K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Racine has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 11, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Racine was Flash Flood on Aug 28, 2023, which caused $4.5M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Oct 29, 2012), causing $750K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Racine, WV (25165)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25165 has experienced 29 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (16 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold events (4 events), hailstorms (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25165?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Racine, WV, with 16 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25165 (Racine) prone to flooding?

Yes, Racine (ZIP 25165) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Racine (25165) ever been hit by a tornado?

Racine has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $85K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Racine, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25165 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 25165?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.1M in property damage in the Racine, WV area (ZIP 25165). 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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