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26444 Tunnelton, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tunnelton, WV (26444)

ZIP code 26444, covering Tunnelton, WV, has 70 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 36 hailstorms, 22 floods, and 9 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $4M. A total of 18 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (36 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 4, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 22 recorded floods in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (27%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Tunnelton has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (33%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $147K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 13, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Tunnelton has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $52K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 8, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tunnelton has experienced 1 tornado on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 3, 1980.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tunnelton was EF3 Tornado on Jun 3, 1980, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $710K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tunnelton, WV (26444)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26444 has experienced 70 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (36 events), floods (22 events), blizzards (9 events), severe wind events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26444?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tunnelton, WV, with 36 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26444 (Tunnelton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tunnelton (ZIP 26444) has 22 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

Has Tunnelton (26444) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tunnelton has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 3, 1980.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tunnelton, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26444 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 3, 1980. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26444?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4M in property damage in the Tunnelton, WV area (ZIP 26444). 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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