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28274 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (28274)

ZIP code 28274, covering this area, , has 78 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 41 hailstorms, 23 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $47.7M. Across all recorded events, 4 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 53% of all recorded events (41 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 23 recorded floods in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (39%) 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 $2.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $102.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 8, 2005.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (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 $42.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2005.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 3 extreme cold events 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. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 20, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 18, 2000.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Ice Storm on Dec 4, 2002, which caused $40M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Feb 26, 2004), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on Mar 20, 2003 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (28274)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 28274 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (41 events), floods (23 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold events (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 28274?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 41 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 28274 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 28274) has 23 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 5, 2025.

Has this area (28274) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $102.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 8, 2005.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 28274 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 4, 2002. This event caused $40M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 28274?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $47.7M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 28274). 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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