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12143 Ravena, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ravena, NY (12143)

Government agency data shows 34 natural disaster events for ZIP 12143 in Ravena, NY. These include 21 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.8M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 62% of all recorded events (21 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $209K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 25, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (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 $4.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Ravena has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 4, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ravena was Flash Flood on Jul 29, 2009, which caused $4.5M in property damage. Another major event was 1" Hail (May 31, 1998), causing $204K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ravena, NY (12143)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12143 has experienced 34 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), floods (11 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12143?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ravena, NY, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $209K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12143 (Ravena) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ravena (ZIP 12143) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ravena, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12143 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 29, 2009. This event caused $4.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12143?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.8M in property damage in the Ravena, NY area (ZIP 12143). 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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