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14855 Jasper, NY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Jasper, NY (14855)

ZIP code 14855, covering Jasper, NY, has 62 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 41 floods, 12 blizzards, and 4 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $99.1M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 41 recorded incidents (66% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 13 (32%) 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 $97.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 12 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (33%) 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 $983K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 7, 2008.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Jasper has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2009.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Jasper has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 15, 2004.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Jasper has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 27, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Jasper has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 21, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Jasper was Flash Flood on Aug 9, 2024, which caused $35M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 9, 2024), causing $30M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 18, 2021 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Jasper, NY (14855)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 14855 has experienced 62 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (41 events), blizzards (12 events), hailstorms (4 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 14855?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jasper, NY, with 41 events documented. These events have caused a combined $97.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 14855 (Jasper) prone to flooding?

Yes, Jasper (ZIP 14855) has 41 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $97.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

Has Jasper (14855) ever been hit by a tornado?

Jasper has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $100K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 27, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Jasper, NY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 14855 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 9, 2024. This event caused $35M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 14855?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $99.1M in property damage in the Jasper, NY area (ZIP 14855). 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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