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27978 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (27978)

Government agency data shows 22 natural disaster events for ZIP 27978 in this area, . These include 8 floods, 5 hurricanes, and 4 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $66.1M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 36% of all recorded events (8 total). Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $12.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 4, 2018.

🌀 Hurricanes

this area has experienced 5 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $30.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 13, 2018.

🔥 Wildfires

this area has experienced 4 wildfires on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Apr 1, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $22.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 1998.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 4, 2018.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 22, 1990.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Winter Storm on Feb 3, 1998, which caused $22M in property damage. Another major event was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Aug 26, 2011), causing $20M in damages. Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 26, 2011 also caused significant damage ($10M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (27978)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 27978 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (8 events), hurricanes (5 events), wildfires (4 events), blizzards (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and hailstorm (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 36% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 27978?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 8 events documented. These events have caused a combined $12.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 27978 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 27978) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $12.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 4, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 27978 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Feb 3, 1998. This event caused $22M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 27978?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $66.1M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 27978). 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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