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15237 Mc Knight, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mc Knight, PA (15237)

Mc Knight, PA (ZIP 15237) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 224 natural disaster events on record. These include 106 floods, 100 hailstorms, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $60.9M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 184 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 106 recorded incidents (47% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 27 (25%) 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 $46.9M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hailstorms account for 45% of the disaster record here, with 100 events documented. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mc Knight has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $270K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 9, 2007.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mc Knight has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $13.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 17, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Mc Knight 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.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Mc Knight 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 Mc Knight was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $26M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 9, 2007), causing $15M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jun 2, 1998 also caused significant damage ($13M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mc Knight, PA (15237)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15237 has experienced 224 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (106 events), hailstorms (100 events), severe wind events (8 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15237?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mc Knight, PA, with 106 events documented. These events have caused a combined $46.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15237 (Mc Knight) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mc Knight (ZIP 15237) has 106 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $46.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

Has Mc Knight (15237) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mc Knight has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $13.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 17, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mc Knight, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15237 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $26M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15237?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $60.9M in property damage in the Mc Knight, PA area (ZIP 15237). 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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