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28018 Bostic, NC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bostic, NC (28018)

Federal records document 62 natural disaster events in the Bostic, NC area (ZIP 28018). These include 46 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.8M. A total of 10 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Bostic is hailstorms, with 46 recorded events making up 74% 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Bostic 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 7, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Bostic has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $452.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 8, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Bostic has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $9.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Bostic has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 1, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bostic was Ice Storm on Dec 4, 2002, which caused $9M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 7, 2004), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bostic, NC (28018)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 28018 has experienced 62 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (46 events), floods (6 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 28018?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bostic, NC, with 46 events documented.

Is ZIP code 28018 (Bostic) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bostic (ZIP 28018) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 7, 2021.

Has Bostic (28018) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bostic has 6 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $452.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 8, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bostic, NC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 28018 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 4, 2002. This event caused $9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 28018?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.8M in property damage in the Bostic, NC area (ZIP 28018). 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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