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13732 Apalachin, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Apalachin, NY (13732)

Federal records document 130 natural disaster events in the Apalachin, NY area (ZIP 13732). These include 65 floods, 40 hailstorms, and 14 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $643.5M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 25 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 65 recorded incidents (50% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 36 (55%) 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 $637.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 9, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 40 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $275K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 14 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (36%) 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 $619.1K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 18, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Apalachin has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $85K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 7, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Apalachin has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $23K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 15, 2004.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Apalachin 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 $4.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 31, 2002.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Apalachin was Flood on Sep 7, 2011, which caused $309M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 7, 2011), causing $160M in damages. Flash Flood on Sep 7, 2011 also caused significant damage ($70M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Apalachin, NY (13732)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 13732 has experienced 130 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (65 events), hailstorms (40 events), blizzards (14 events), severe wind events (4 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 13732?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Apalachin, NY, with 65 events documented. These events have caused a combined $637.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 13732 (Apalachin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Apalachin (ZIP 13732) has 65 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $637.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 9, 2024.

Has Apalachin (13732) ever been hit by a tornado?

Apalachin 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 $4.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 31, 2002.

What was the worst natural disaster in Apalachin, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 13732 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 7, 2011. This event caused $309M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 13732?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $643.5M in property damage in the Apalachin, NY area (ZIP 13732). 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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