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26452 Weston, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Weston, WV (26452)

Federal records document 88 natural disaster events in the Weston, WV area (ZIP 26452). These include 38 floods, 36 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.4M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Weston is floods, with 38 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 10 (26%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $536.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 36 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 41% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 21, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Weston has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (100%) 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 $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 13, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Weston has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $575K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 27, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Weston has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $445K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 14, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Weston has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $225K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Weston was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jun 24, 2010, which caused $420K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 27, 1978), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Weston, WV (26452)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26452 has experienced 88 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (38 events), hailstorms (36 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26452?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Weston, WV, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $536.1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26452 (Weston) prone to flooding?

Yes, Weston (ZIP 26452) has 38 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $536.1K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

Has Weston (26452) ever been hit by a tornado?

Weston has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $575K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 27, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Weston, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26452 was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jun 24, 2010. This event caused $420K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26452?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.4M in property damage in the Weston, WV area (ZIP 26452). 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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