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25446 Summit Point, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Summit Point, WV (25446)

Summit Point, WV (ZIP 25446) has experienced 57 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 31 hailstorms, 10 severe wind events, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $23.4M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 31 recorded incidents (54% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Summit Point has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $159K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Summit Point has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $20.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 16, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Summit Point has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $790K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 3, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Summit Point has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2010.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Summit Point has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Summit Point was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $20.1M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Apr 23, 1999), causing $1M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 10, 1997 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Summit Point, WV (25446)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25446 has experienced 57 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (31 events), severe wind events (10 events), floods (5 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25446?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Summit Point, WV, with 31 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25446 (Summit Point) prone to flooding?

Yes, Summit Point (ZIP 25446) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 16, 2014.

Has Summit Point (25446) ever been hit by a tornado?

Summit Point has 5 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 $790K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 3, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Summit Point, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25446 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $20.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25446?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $23.4M in property damage in the Summit Point, WV area (ZIP 25446). 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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