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25638 Barnabus, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Barnabus, WV (25638)

Barnabus, WV (ZIP 25638) has a moderate disaster history with 44 recorded events. These include 19 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.2M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 19 recorded incidents (43% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 18, 2021.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (43%) 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 Apr 11, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Barnabus 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 3, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Barnabus has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $65K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Barnabus has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 10, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Barnabus was Flood on May 2, 2002, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 4, 2004), causing $850K in damages. Heavy Snow on Dec 18, 2009 also caused significant damage ($700K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Barnabus, WV (25638)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25638 has experienced 44 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (19 events), floods (14 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25638?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Barnabus, WV, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $45K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25638 (Barnabus) prone to flooding?

Yes, Barnabus (ZIP 25638) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Barnabus, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25638 was Flood, which occurred on May 2, 2002. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25638?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.2M in property damage in the Barnabus, WV area (ZIP 25638). 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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