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26137 Nobe, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Nobe, WV (26137)

Government agency data shows 38 natural disaster events for ZIP 26137 in Nobe, WV. These include 21 floods, 13 hailstorms, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Nobe is floods, with 21 recorded events making up 55% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 8 (38%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 10, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 13 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 34% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 14, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Nobe has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $425K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 18, 2009.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Nobe 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Nobe was Ice Storm on Feb 16, 2003, which caused $400K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Nobe, WV (26137)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26137 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (21 events), hailstorms (13 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26137?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Nobe, WV, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26137 (Nobe) prone to flooding?

Yes, Nobe (ZIP 26137) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 10, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Nobe, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26137 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Feb 16, 2003. This event caused $400K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26137?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.6M in property damage in the Nobe, WV area (ZIP 26137). 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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