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16046 Mars, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mars, PA (16046)

ZIP code 16046, covering Mars, PA, has 92 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 46 hailstorms, 36 floods, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.8M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 46 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 36 recorded floods in this area, representing 39% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (28%) 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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 13, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mars has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 16, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Mars has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 3, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mars has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 31, 1970.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mars was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $3.1M in property damage. Another major event was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Oct 14, 2003), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mars, PA (16046)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16046 has experienced 92 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (46 events), floods (36 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 16046?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mars, PA, with 46 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 16046 (Mars) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mars (ZIP 16046) has 36 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 13, 2025.

Has Mars (16046) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mars has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 31, 1970.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mars, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16046 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $3.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16046?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.8M in property damage in the Mars, PA area (ZIP 16046). 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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