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14805 Alpine, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Alpine, NY (14805)

Alpine, NY (ZIP 14805) has a moderate disaster history with 38 recorded events. These include 13 blizzards, 13 hailstorms, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.9M.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Alpine is blizzards, with 13 recorded events making up 34% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 5 (38%) 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 $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 7, 2008.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 13 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 34% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 3, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Alpine has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Alpine 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

Alpine has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $275K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 28, 1988.

💨 Severe wind events

Alpine has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Alpine was Ice Storm on Apr 4, 2003, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 14, 2015), causing $1.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Alpine, NY (14805)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 14805 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (13 events), hailstorms (13 events), floods (6 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 34% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 14805?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Alpine, NY, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 14805 (Alpine) prone to flooding?

Yes, Alpine (ZIP 14805) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

Has Alpine (14805) ever been hit by a tornado?

Alpine has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $275K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 28, 1988.

What was the worst natural disaster in Alpine, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 14805 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Apr 4, 2003. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 14805?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.9M in property damage in the Alpine, NY area (ZIP 14805). 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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