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26755 Rio, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rio, WV (26755)

Government agency data shows 27 natural disaster events for ZIP 26755 in Rio, WV. These include 13 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.9M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 13 recorded incidents (48% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 12, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Rio has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2007.

💨 Severe wind events

Rio has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $803K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Rio has experienced 2 floods on record. 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 $5.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 19, 2003.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Rio has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

🔥 Wildfires

Rio has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on May 22, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rio was Flood on Sep 6, 1996, which caused $5.5M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Feb 14, 2003), causing $1.5M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 10, 1997 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rio, WV (26755)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26755 has experienced 27 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), blizzards (5 events), severe wind events (5 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26755?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rio, WV, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26755 (Rio) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rio (ZIP 26755) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 19, 2003.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rio, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26755 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 6, 1996. This event caused $5.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26755?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.9M in property damage in the Rio, WV area (ZIP 26755). 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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