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08350 Richland, NJ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Richland, NJ (08350)

ZIP code 08350 in Richland, NJ has a relatively limited disaster record, with 8 events documented. These include 3 floods, 3 hailstorms, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $53.3M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 38% of all recorded events (3 total). Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $40M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 10, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Richland has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 14, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Richland has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 1, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Richland has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $13.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Richland was Flood on Aug 28, 2011, which caused $30M in property damage. Another major event was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jun 29, 2012), causing $13.3M in damages. Flood on Aug 28, 2011 also caused significant damage ($10M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Richland, NJ (08350)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 08350 has experienced 8 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (3 events), hailstorms (3 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 08350?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Richland, NJ, with 3 events documented. These events have caused a combined $40M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 08350 (Richland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Richland (ZIP 08350) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $40M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 10, 2025.

Has Richland (08350) ever been hit by a tornado?

Richland has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 1, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Richland, NJ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 08350 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 28, 2011. This event caused $30M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 08350?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $53.3M in property damage in the Richland, NJ area (ZIP 08350). 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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