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26237 Tallmansville, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tallmansville, WV (26237)

Tallmansville, WV (ZIP 26237) has a moderate disaster history with 43 recorded events. These include 24 floods, 9 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.7M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (24 total). Of these, 7 (29%) 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 $856.9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Tallmansville has experienced 9 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 4, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Tallmansville 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.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Tallmansville 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

Tallmansville has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tallmansville was Blizzard on Oct 29, 2012, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 17, 2015), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tallmansville, WV (26237)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26237 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (24 events), hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26237?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tallmansville, WV, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $856.9K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26237 (Tallmansville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tallmansville (ZIP 26237) has 24 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $856.9K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Tallmansville (26237) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tallmansville has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $300K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tallmansville, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26237 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 26237?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.7M in property damage in the Tallmansville, WV area (ZIP 26237). 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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