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07977 Peapack, NJ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Peapack, NJ (07977)

Peapack, NJ (ZIP 07977) has a moderate disaster history with 29 recorded events. These include 8 blizzards, 7 floods, and 7 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $275.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Primary Hazard

Blizzards represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 28% of all recorded events (8 total). Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $7.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 5, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Peapack has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 7 (100%) 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 $266.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 1, 2014.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Peapack has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 15, 2019.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Peapack has experienced 3 extreme heat events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 21, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Peapack has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 7, 2022.

🌍 Earthquakes

Peapack has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 5, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Peapack was Flood on Aug 28, 2011, which caused $200M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 15, 2007), causing $48M in damages. Flood on Mar 13, 2010 also caused significant damage ($15M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Peapack, NJ (07977)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 07977 has experienced 29 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (8 events), floods (7 events), hailstorms (7 events), extreme heat events (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), earthquake (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 28% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 07977?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Peapack, NJ, with 8 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 07977 (Peapack) prone to flooding?

Yes, Peapack (ZIP 07977) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $266.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 1, 2014.

Has Peapack (07977) ever been hit by a tornado?

Peapack has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 26, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Peapack, NJ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 07977 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 28, 2011. This event caused $200M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 07977?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $275.4M in property damage in the Peapack, NJ area (ZIP 07977). 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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