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15017 Bridgeville, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bridgeville, PA (15017)

ZIP code 15017, covering Bridgeville, PA, has 170 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 102 floods, 57 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $83.6M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 144 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 102 recorded incidents (60% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 34 (33%) 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 $42.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hailstorms account for 34% of the disaster record here, with 57 events documented. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 25, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Bridgeville 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

Bridgeville has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 11, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Bridgeville has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $41.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 8, 2003.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Bridgeville 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 Bridgeville was 85 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jun 30, 1998, which caused $41M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 17, 2004), causing $26M in damages. Flash Flood on Jun 20, 2018 also caused significant damage ($10.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bridgeville, PA (15017)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15017 has experienced 170 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (102 events), hailstorms (57 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 60% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15017?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bridgeville, PA, with 102 events documented. These events have caused a combined $42.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15017 (Bridgeville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bridgeville (ZIP 15017) has 102 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $42.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

Has Bridgeville (15017) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bridgeville has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $350K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 11, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bridgeville, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15017 was 85 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jun 30, 1998. This event caused $41M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15017?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $83.6M in property damage in the Bridgeville, PA area (ZIP 15017). 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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