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15317 Mc Murray, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mc Murray, PA (15317)

ZIP code 15317, covering Mc Murray, PA, has 124 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 70 floods, 43 hailstorms, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $21.1M. A total of 8 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (70 total). Of these, 30 (43%) 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 $20.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 14, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 43 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 29, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Mc Murray has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $66K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 20, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mc Murray has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $675K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 21, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Mc Murray has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 27, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mc Murray was Flash Flood on Jun 20, 2018, which caused $10.1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 17, 2004), causing $5.1M in damages. Flood on Feb 19, 2000 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mc Murray, PA (15317)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15317 has experienced 124 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (70 events), hailstorms (43 events), severe wind events (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15317?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mc Murray, PA, with 70 events documented. These events have caused a combined $20.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15317 (Mc Murray) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mc Murray (ZIP 15317) has 70 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 14, 2025.

Has Mc Murray (15317) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mc Murray has 4 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 $675K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 21, 2025.

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

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15317 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 20, 2018. This event caused $10.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15317?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $21.1M in property damage in the Mc Murray, PA area (ZIP 15317). 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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