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26576 Idamay, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Idamay, WV (26576)

Idamay, WV (ZIP 26576) has a moderate disaster history with 35 recorded events. These include 25 floods, 5 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Idamay is floods, with 25 recorded events making up 71% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 9 (36%) 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 $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Idamay has experienced 5 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 18, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Idamay has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $23K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2003.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Idamay has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $53K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 30, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Idamay was Flash Flood on Jun 15, 2025, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Feb 29, 2012), causing $350K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Idamay, WV (26576)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26576 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (25 events), hailstorms (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26576?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Idamay, WV, with 25 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26576 (Idamay) prone to flooding?

Yes, Idamay (ZIP 26576) has 25 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

Has Idamay (26576) ever been hit by a tornado?

Idamay has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $53K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 30, 1996.

What was the worst natural disaster in Idamay, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26576 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 15, 2025. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26576?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2M in property damage in the Idamay, WV area (ZIP 26576). 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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