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15834 Emporium, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Emporium, PA (15834)

Government agency data shows 15 natural disaster events for ZIP 15834 in Emporium, PA. These include 7 hailstorms, 3 tornadoes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $626K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 7 recorded incidents (47% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 18, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Emporium has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $375K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Emporium has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $230K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 1, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Emporium has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $16K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 15, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Emporium has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2001.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Emporium was EF1 Tornado on Mar 16, 2025, which caused $350K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Dec 1, 2010), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Emporium, PA (15834)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 15834 has experienced 15 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (7 events), tornadoes (3 events), floods (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 15834?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Emporium, PA, with 7 events documented.

Is ZIP code 15834 (Emporium) prone to flooding?

Yes, Emporium (ZIP 15834) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $230K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 1, 2010.

Has Emporium (15834) ever been hit by a tornado?

Emporium has 3 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 $375K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 16, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Emporium, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 15834 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 16, 2025. This event caused $350K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 15834?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $626K in property damage in the Emporium, PA area (ZIP 15834). 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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