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26590 Wana, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wana, WV (26590)

Wana, WV (ZIP 26590) has a moderate disaster history with 23 recorded events. These include 11 floods, 6 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $193.5K.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Wana is floods, with 11 recorded events making up 48% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (18%) 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 $118K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 30, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Wana has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Wana 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

Wana 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 Wana was EF1 Tornado on Aug 22, 2017, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wana, WV (26590)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26590 has experienced 23 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (11 events), hailstorms (6 events), blizzards (4 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26590?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wana, WV, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $118K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26590 (Wana) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wana (ZIP 26590) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $118K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 30, 2025.

Has Wana (26590) ever been hit by a tornado?

Wana 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 Wana, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26590 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 22, 2017. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26590?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $193.5K in property damage in the Wana, WV area (ZIP 26590). 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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