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25837 Edmond, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Edmond, WV (25837)

Government agency data shows 42 natural disaster events for ZIP 25837 in Edmond, WV. These include 10 blizzards, 10 wildfires, and 9 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.7M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Edmond is blizzards, with 10 recorded events making up 24% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 7 (70%) 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 $7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2015.

🔥 Wildfires

Edmond has experienced 10 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Edmond has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 3 (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 $521K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 16, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Edmond has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 16, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Edmond has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Edmond has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K 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 Edmond was Heavy Snow on Jan 27, 1998, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Oct 29, 2012), causing $1.5M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 3, 1998 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Edmond, WV (25837)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 25837 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (10 events), wildfires (10 events), floods (9 events), hailstorms (8 events), extreme cold events (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 24% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 25837?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Edmond, WV, with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 25837 (Edmond) prone to flooding?

Yes, Edmond (ZIP 25837) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $521K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 16, 2022.

Has Edmond (25837) ever been hit by a tornado?

Edmond has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $100K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Edmond, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 25837 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Jan 27, 1998. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 25837?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.7M in property damage in the Edmond, WV area (ZIP 25837). 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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