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26767 Wiley Ford, WV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wiley Ford, WV (26767)

Wiley Ford, WV (ZIP 26767) has a moderate disaster history with 44 recorded events. These include 23 hailstorms, 10 blizzards, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $20.7M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 23 recorded incidents (52% 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 May 1, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Wiley Ford has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (30%) 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 $618K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 23, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Wiley Ford has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $19.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Wiley Ford has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $70K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Wiley Ford 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 $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Wiley Ford has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 4, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Wiley Ford was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 6, 1996), causing $9.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wiley Ford, WV (26767)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 26767 has experienced 44 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), blizzards (10 events), floods (6 events), severe wind events (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 26767?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wiley Ford, WV, with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 26767 (Wiley Ford) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wiley Ford (ZIP 26767) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $19.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Wiley Ford, WV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 26767 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 26767?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $20.7M in property damage in the Wiley Ford, WV area (ZIP 26767). 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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