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26294 Mingo, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mingo, WV (26294)

Government agency data shows 35 natural disaster events for ZIP 26294 in Mingo, WV. These include 19 floods, 10 blizzards, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.1M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 19 recorded incidents (54% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (21%) 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 Jun 14, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Mingo has experienced 10 blizzards on record. 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 $995K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2015.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Mingo has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 27, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mingo 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

Mingo has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 31, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mingo was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Oct 29, 2012), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mingo, WV (26294)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26294 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (19 events), blizzards (10 events), hailstorms (3 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26294?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mingo, WV, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26294 (Mingo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mingo (ZIP 26294) has 19 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 14, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mingo, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26294 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26294?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.1M in property damage in the Mingo, WV area (ZIP 26294). 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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