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08075 Delanco, NJ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Delanco, NJ (08075)

ZIP code 08075, covering Delanco, NJ, has 156 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 79 extreme heat events, 24 hailstorms, and 21 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $102.3M. These events have resulted in 381 recorded deaths and 411 injuries.

🥵 Extreme heat events — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Delanco is extreme heat events, with 79 recorded events making up 51% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 45 (57%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Heat-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. 346 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 5, 2018.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 24 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 22, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (43%) 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 $94.5M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (64%) 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 $7.5M in documented property damage. 14 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 22, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

There have been 11 recorded extreme cold events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (45%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. 18 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 20, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Delanco has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 1, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Delanco was Flood on Aug 28, 2011, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 1, 2021), causing $40M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 16, 2003 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Delanco, NJ (08075)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 08075 has experienced 156 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include extreme heat events (79 events), hailstorms (24 events), floods (21 events), blizzards (11 events), extreme cold events (11 events), tornadoes (8 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is extreme heat events, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 08075?

Extreme heat events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Delanco, NJ, with 79 events documented. These events have caused a combined $25K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 08075 (Delanco) prone to flooding?

Yes, Delanco (ZIP 08075) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $94.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

Has Delanco (08075) ever been hit by a tornado?

Delanco has 8 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 $50K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 1, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Delanco, NJ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 08075 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 28, 2011. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 08075?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $102.3M in property damage in the Delanco, NJ area (ZIP 08075). 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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