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25313 Cross Lanes, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cross Lanes, WV (25313)

ZIP code 25313, covering Cross Lanes, WV, has 136 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 66 floods, 52 hailstorms, and 7 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (66 total). Of these, 17 (26%) 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 $5.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hailstorms account for 38% of the disaster record here, with 52 events documented. Hail-related events have caused a combined $15.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Cross Lanes has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 $838K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Cross Lanes 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 $380K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Cross Lanes has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $390K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Cross Lanes has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K 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 Cross Lanes was 2.5" Hail on Aug 30, 2006, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was 2" Hail (Jun 2, 1998), causing $6M in damages. Flash Flood on May 26, 2018 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cross Lanes, WV (25313)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25313 has experienced 136 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (66 events), hailstorms (52 events), blizzards (7 events), extreme cold events (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25313?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cross Lanes, WV, with 66 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25313 (Cross Lanes) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cross Lanes (ZIP 25313) has 66 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

Has Cross Lanes (25313) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cross Lanes has 4 recorded tornado events 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 $390K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cross Lanes, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25313 was 2.5" Hail, which occurred on Aug 30, 2006. 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 25313?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.7M in property damage in the Cross Lanes, WV area (ZIP 25313). 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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