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08833 Lebanon, NJ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lebanon, NJ (08833)

Lebanon, NJ (ZIP 08833) has a moderate disaster history with 44 recorded events. These include 14 floods, 13 hailstorms, and 7 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $383.6M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 21 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 14 recorded incidents (32% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 14 (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 $381.8M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 13 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 8, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Lebanon has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (71%) 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 18, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Lebanon has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $252.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 25, 2016.

🌍 Earthquakes

Lebanon has experienced 3 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 5, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Lebanon has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 7, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lebanon was Flood on Aug 28, 2011, which caused $200M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 1, 2021), causing $85M in damages. Flood on Apr 15, 2007 also caused significant damage ($48M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lebanon, NJ (08833)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 08833 has experienced 44 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (14 events), hailstorms (13 events), blizzards (7 events), tornadoes (4 events), earthquakes (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 32% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 08833?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lebanon, NJ, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $381.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 08833 (Lebanon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lebanon (ZIP 08833) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $381.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

Has Lebanon (08833) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lebanon has 4 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 $252.8K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 25, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lebanon, NJ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 08833 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 08833?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $383.6M in property damage in the Lebanon, NJ area (ZIP 08833). 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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