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11439 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (11439)

this area, (ZIP 11439) has a moderate disaster history with 36 recorded events. These include 8 floods, 8 hailstorms, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.4M. These events have resulted in 55 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 22% 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. 15 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 18, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Of these, 2 (25%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 29, 2012.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 7 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 4 (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). 26 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 29, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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). 6 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 4, 2007.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $17.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 16, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was EF1 Tornado on Sep 16, 2010, which caused $17.2M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Oct 19, 1996), causing $3M in damages. 85 mph High Wind on Oct 29, 2012 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (11439)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 11439 has experienced 36 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (8 events), hailstorms (8 events), severe wind events (8 events), extreme heat events (7 events), extreme cold events (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 22% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 11439?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 8 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 11439 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 11439) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

Has this area (11439) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $17.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 16, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 11439 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 16, 2010. This event caused $17.2M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 11439?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.4M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 11439). 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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