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12110 Latham, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Latham, NY (12110)

ZIP code 12110, covering Latham, NY, has 136 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 86 hailstorms, 38 floods, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $26.7M. A total of 10 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 63% of all recorded events (86 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $12K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 7, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 38 recorded floods in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (26%) 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Latham has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $211K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 16, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Latham has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 29, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Latham was EF3 Tornado on Jun 24, 1960, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 25, 2019), causing $350K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Latham, NY (12110)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12110 has experienced 136 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (86 events), floods (38 events), severe wind events (9 events), and tornadoes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12110?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Latham, NY, with 86 events documented. These events have caused a combined $12K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12110 (Latham) prone to flooding?

Yes, Latham (ZIP 12110) has 38 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

Has Latham (12110) ever been hit by a tornado?

Latham has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 29, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Latham, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12110 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 24, 1960. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12110?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $26.7M in property damage in the Latham, NY area (ZIP 12110). 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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