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12054 Delmar, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Delmar, NY (12054)

Delmar, NY (ZIP 12054) has experienced 142 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 60 hailstorms, 50 floods, and 29 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 60 recorded incidents (42% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $397K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 13, 2021.

🌊 Floods

There have been 50 recorded floods in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (18%) 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 $8.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 29 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 20% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (28%) 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 $930.9K in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 16, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Delmar has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 16, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Delmar has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $600K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 1, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Delmar was Flash Flood on Aug 11, 2008, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $2M in damages. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Delmar, NY (12054)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12054 has experienced 142 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (60 events), floods (50 events), blizzards (29 events), severe wind events (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12054?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Delmar, NY, with 60 events documented. These events have caused a combined $397K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12054 (Delmar) prone to flooding?

Yes, Delmar (ZIP 12054) has 50 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Delmar, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12054 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 11, 2008. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12054?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.5M in property damage in the Delmar, NY area (ZIP 12054). 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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