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25508 Chapmanville, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Chapmanville, WV (25508)

ZIP code 25508, covering Chapmanville, WV, has 106 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 52 floods, 44 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $15.1M. Across all recorded events, 3 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (52 total). Of these, 17 (33%) 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 $13.3M 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 44 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 42% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $873K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Chapmanville has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (83%) 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 $785K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 3, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Chapmanville has experienced 3 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 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 18, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Chapmanville has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 23, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Chapmanville was Flash Flood on Mar 15, 2012, which caused $5.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 12, 2010), causing $4M in damages. Flood on Mar 4, 2015 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Chapmanville, WV (25508)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25508 has experienced 106 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (52 events), hailstorms (44 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25508?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Chapmanville, WV, with 52 events documented. These events have caused a combined $13.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25508 (Chapmanville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Chapmanville (ZIP 25508) has 52 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $13.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Chapmanville, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25508 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Mar 15, 2012. This event caused $5.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25508?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $15.1M in property damage in the Chapmanville, WV area (ZIP 25508). 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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