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15014 Brackenridge, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Brackenridge, PA (15014)

ZIP code 15014, covering Brackenridge, PA, has 80 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 43 floods, 29 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $529.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 153 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 43 recorded incidents (54% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 9 (21%) 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 $29.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 12, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 29 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Brackenridge has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $7K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 22, 2005.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Brackenridge has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $500.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 8, 2020.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Brackenridge has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 16, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Brackenridge was EF4 Tornado on Jun 3, 1980, which caused $250M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Jun 3, 1980), causing $250M in damages. Flood on Sep 17, 2004 also caused significant damage ($26M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Brackenridge, PA (15014)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15014 has experienced 80 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (43 events), hailstorms (29 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15014?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Brackenridge, PA, with 43 events documented. These events have caused a combined $29.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15014 (Brackenridge) prone to flooding?

Yes, Brackenridge (ZIP 15014) has 43 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $29.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 12, 2021.

Has Brackenridge (15014) ever been hit by a tornado?

Brackenridge has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $500.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 8, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Brackenridge, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15014 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 3, 1980. This event caused $250M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15014?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $529.5M in property damage in the Brackenridge, PA area (ZIP 15014). 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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