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26731 Lahmansville, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lahmansville, WV (26731)

Lahmansville, WV (ZIP 26731) shows 9 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 5 floods, 3 blizzards, and 1 extreme cold event. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.3M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (5 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 16, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Lahmansville has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 14, 2003.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Lahmansville has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lahmansville was Winter Storm on Feb 14, 2003, which caused $1.6M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 6, 1996), causing $1.6M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lahmansville, WV (26731)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26731 has experienced 9 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (5 events), blizzards (3 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26731?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lahmansville, WV, with 5 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26731 (Lahmansville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lahmansville (ZIP 26731) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 16, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lahmansville, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26731 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Feb 14, 2003. This event caused $1.6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26731?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.3M in property damage in the Lahmansville, WV area (ZIP 26731). 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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