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26562 Coburn, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Coburn, WV (26562)

Government agency data shows 24 natural disaster events for ZIP 26562 in Coburn, WV. These include 10 floods, 9 hailstorms, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.3M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 10 recorded incidents (42% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 5 (50%) 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 $10.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 30, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Coburn has experienced 9 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 18, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Coburn 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Coburn has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $52.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 22, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Coburn 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. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($540K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Coburn, WV (26562)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26562 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (10 events), hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (3 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26562?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Coburn, WV, with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26562 (Coburn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Coburn (ZIP 26562) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 30, 2025.

Has Coburn (26562) ever been hit by a tornado?

Coburn has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $52.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 22, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Coburn, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26562 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 26562?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.3M in property damage in the Coburn, WV area (ZIP 26562). 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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