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12154 Schaghticoke, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Schaghticoke, NY (12154)

Federal records document 58 natural disaster events in the Schaghticoke, NY area (ZIP 12154). These include 32 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $72.5M. A total of 70 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (55% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 6, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (25%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $295.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Schaghticoke has experienced 6 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 $70.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 29, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Schaghticoke has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $800K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 26, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Schaghticoke was EF3 Tornado on May 31, 1998, which caused $60M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 31, 1998), causing $10.2M in damages. 1" Hail on May 24, 2004 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Schaghticoke, NY (12154)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 12154 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), floods (16 events), tornadoes (6 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 12154?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Schaghticoke, NY, with 32 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 12154 (Schaghticoke) prone to flooding?

Yes, Schaghticoke (ZIP 12154) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $295.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

Has Schaghticoke (12154) ever been hit by a tornado?

Schaghticoke has 6 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 $70.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 29, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Schaghticoke, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 12154 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on May 31, 1998. This event caused $60M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 12154?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $72.5M in property damage in the Schaghticoke, NY area (ZIP 12154). 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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