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27877 Severn, NC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Severn, NC (27877)

Government agency data shows 12 natural disaster events for ZIP 27877 in Severn, NC. These include 7 hailstorms, 3 blizzards, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.5M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Severn is hailstorms, with 7 recorded events making up 58% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 9, 2003.

❄️ Blizzards

Severn 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 $516K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Severn has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 8, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Severn was Flood on Oct 8, 2016, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Oct 8, 2016), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Severn, NC (27877)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 27877 has experienced 12 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (7 events), blizzards (3 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 27877?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Severn, NC, with 7 events documented. These events have caused a combined $21K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 27877 (Severn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Severn (ZIP 27877) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 8, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Severn, NC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 27877 was Flood, which occurred on Oct 8, 2016. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 27877?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.5M in property damage in the Severn, NC area (ZIP 27877). 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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