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15052 Industry, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Industry, PA (15052)

Federal records document 90 natural disaster events in the Industry, PA area (ZIP 15052). These include 41 hailstorms, 37 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $40.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Industry is hailstorms, with 41 recorded events making up 46% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 37 recorded floods in this area, representing 41% of all disaster events. Of these, 18 (49%) 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 $32.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Industry has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 16, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Industry has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $6K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 13, 2009.

💨 Severe wind events

Industry has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 23, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Industry was Flash Flood on Jul 5, 2007, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $9.6M in damages. 81 mph High Wind on Sep 14, 2008 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Industry, PA (15052)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15052 has experienced 90 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (41 events), floods (37 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15052?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Industry, PA, with 41 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15052 (Industry) prone to flooding?

Yes, Industry (ZIP 15052) has 37 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

Has Industry (15052) ever been hit by a tornado?

Industry has 6 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 $3.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 16, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Industry, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15052 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 5, 2007. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15052?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $40.7M in property damage in the Industry, PA area (ZIP 15052). 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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