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15640 Hutchinson, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hutchinson, PA (15640)

Hutchinson, PA (ZIP 15640) has a moderate disaster history with 38 recorded events. These include 21 floods, 9 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $14.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Hutchinson is floods, with 21 recorded events making up 55% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 7 (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 $10.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 28, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hutchinson has experienced 9 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 12, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Hutchinson has experienced 6 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). Winter storm events have caused a combined $137K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 13, 2009.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hutchinson has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 23, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hutchinson was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Mar 23, 2011), causing $4M in damages. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hutchinson, PA (15640)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15640 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (21 events), hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (6 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15640?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hutchinson, PA, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 15640 (Hutchinson) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hutchinson (ZIP 15640) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 28, 2025.

Has Hutchinson (15640) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hutchinson has 2 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 $4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 23, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hutchinson, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15640 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. 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 15640?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $14.4M in property damage in the Hutchinson, PA area (ZIP 15640). 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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