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37642 Scott, VA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Scott, VA (37642)

Federal records document 62 natural disaster events in the Scott, VA area (ZIP 37642). These include 47 hailstorms, 8 floods, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $900K. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 6 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Scott is hailstorms, with 47 recorded events making up 76% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 17, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Scott has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 2 (25%) 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 $282K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 28, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Scott has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $318K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 27, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Scott has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $280K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 26, 2004.

❄️ Blizzards

Scott has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 16, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Scott was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 26, 2004, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Mar 5, 1955), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Scott, VA (37642)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37642 has experienced 62 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (47 events), floods (8 events), severe wind events (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 37642?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Scott, VA, with 47 events documented.

Is ZIP code 37642 (Scott) prone to flooding?

Yes, Scott (ZIP 37642) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $282K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 28, 2021.

Has Scott (37642) ever been hit by a tornado?

Scott has 2 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 $280K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 26, 2004.

What was the worst natural disaster in Scott, VA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37642 was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on May 26, 2004. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 37642?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $900K in property damage in the Scott, VA area (ZIP 37642). 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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