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25545 Ona, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ona, WV (25545)

Ona, WV (ZIP 25545) has experienced 78 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 34 floods, 23 hailstorms, and 8 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.5M. Across all recorded events, 2 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 44% of all recorded events (34 total). Of these, 18 (53%) 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 $5.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 17, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 23 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $19K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Ona has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $655K 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

Ona has experienced 6 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 $570K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ona has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $580K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Ona has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $160K 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 Ona was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 15, 2003), causing $1M in damages. Flood on Nov 12, 2003 also caused significant damage ($850K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ona, WV (25545)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25545 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (34 events), hailstorms (23 events), blizzards (8 events), extreme cold events (6 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25545?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ona, WV, with 34 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25545 (Ona) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ona (ZIP 25545) has 34 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 17, 2023.

Has Ona (25545) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ona has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $580K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ona, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25545 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25545?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.5M in property damage in the Ona, WV area (ZIP 25545). 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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