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25306 Malden, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Malden, WV (25306)

Federal records document 117 natural disaster events in the Malden, WV area (ZIP 25306). These include 50 hailstorms, 39 floods, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $24.3M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 43% of all recorded events (50 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $8.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 39 recorded floods in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (31%) 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 $10.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 9% 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

Malden 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Malden has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Malden has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Malden was 2" Hail on Jun 2, 1998, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 28, 2023), causing $4.5M in damages. Flood on Nov 19, 2003 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Malden, WV (25306)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25306 has experienced 117 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (50 events), floods (39 events), blizzards (11 events), extreme cold events (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), and tornadoes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25306?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Malden, WV, with 50 events documented. These events have caused a combined $8.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25306 (Malden) prone to flooding?

Yes, Malden (ZIP 25306) has 39 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

Has Malden (25306) ever been hit by a tornado?

Malden has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $205K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Malden, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25306 was 2" Hail, which occurred on Jun 2, 1998. This event caused $6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25306?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $24.3M in property damage in the Malden, WV area (ZIP 25306). 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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