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26348 Folsom, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Folsom, WV (26348)

Government agency data shows 33 natural disaster events for ZIP 26348 in Folsom, WV. These include 23 floods, 7 hailstorms, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.6M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Folsom is floods, with 23 recorded events making up 70% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 11 (48%) 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 $13.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Folsom has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Folsom has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 13, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Folsom was Flood on Sep 18, 2004, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 5, 2005), causing $2.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Apr 11, 2024 also caused significant damage ($1.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Folsom, WV (26348)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26348 has experienced 33 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (23 events), hailstorms (7 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26348?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Folsom, WV, with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $13.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26348 (Folsom) prone to flooding?

Yes, Folsom (ZIP 26348) has 23 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $13.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Folsom, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26348 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 18, 2004. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26348?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.6M in property damage in the Folsom, WV area (ZIP 26348). 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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