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26169 Rockport, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rockport, WV (26169)

Rockport, WV (ZIP 26169) has a moderate disaster history with 45 recorded events. These include 18 floods, 16 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.6M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Rockport is floods, with 18 recorded events making up 40% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 7 (39%) 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 $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 24, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 16 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $98K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Rockport has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $156K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Rockport has experienced 4 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 $240K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Rockport has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 29, 2019.

🌍 Earthquakes

Rockport has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Oct 20, 1974.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rockport was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $400K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rockport, WV (26169)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26169 has experienced 45 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (18 events), hailstorms (16 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold events (4 events), severe wind events (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26169?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rockport, WV, with 18 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26169 (Rockport) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rockport (ZIP 26169) has 18 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 24, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rockport, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26169 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26169?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.6M in property damage in the Rockport, WV area (ZIP 26169). 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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