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26201 Tennerton, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tennerton, WV (26201)

ZIP code 26201, covering Tennerton, WV, has 116 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 57 floods, 44 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.2M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (57 total). Of these, 10 (18%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 44 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 21, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Tennerton 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 13, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Tennerton has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $32K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 14, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Tennerton has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tennerton has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $375K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tennerton was Blizzard on Oct 29, 2012, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was 1.5" Hail (Apr 23, 1999), causing $2M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tennerton, WV (26201)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26201 has experienced 116 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (57 events), hailstorms (44 events), blizzards (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26201?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tennerton, WV, with 57 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26201 (Tennerton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tennerton (ZIP 26201) has 57 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Tennerton (26201) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tennerton has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $375K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tennerton, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26201 was Blizzard, which occurred on Oct 29, 2012. 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 26201?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.2M in property damage in the Tennerton, WV area (ZIP 26201). 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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