Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 24977
Smoot, West Virginia
Risk Summary for ZIP 24977
ZIP 24977 scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 24977, West Virginia
ZIP 24977 in Smoot sits in the interior eastern United States. Its humid continental climate produces cold winters, warm summers, and mountainous terrain that intensifies flooding, and notably flash flooding and winter storms. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 24977 carries an overall risk score of 5.9/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to avalanche and cold wave.
Within West Virginia, ZIP 24977's risk is, slightly above the 5.0/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of West Virginia identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by avalanche and cold wave. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 24977 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for landslide is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 24977: Landslide preparedness
- Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.
- Watch for warning signs such as new cracks, tilting trees, or changes in water drainage on slopes.
- Standard insurance generally excludes landslide and earth-movement damage — ask about specialized coverage.
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Local Factors for ZIP 24977
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 24977 from other communities in West Virginia County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
465
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 6.3/10
Coordinates
37.9082° N, 80.6753° W
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for ZIP 24977
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.