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15490 White, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: White, PA (15490)

Federal records document 63 natural disaster events in the White, PA area (ZIP 15490). These include 26 floods, 25 hailstorms, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 41% of all recorded events (26 total). Of these, 11 (42%) 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 $6.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 25 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 40% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 11, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

White has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $480K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

White 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 $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

White has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for White was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 19, 2000), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in White, PA (15490)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15490 has experienced 63 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (26 events), hailstorms (25 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15490?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in White, PA, with 26 events documented. These events have caused a combined $6.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15490 (White) prone to flooding?

Yes, White (ZIP 15490) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

Has White (15490) ever been hit by a tornado?

White has 5 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 $480K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 16, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in White, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15490 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15490?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.3M in property damage in the White, PA area (ZIP 15490). 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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