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16253 Seminole, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Seminole, PA (16253)

Government agency data shows 16 natural disaster events for ZIP 16253 in Seminole, PA. These include 7 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.3M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 7 recorded incidents (44% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Seminole has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Seminole has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $12K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2008.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Seminole has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 23, 1986.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Seminole was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 19, 1996), causing $3.8M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Sep 23, 1986 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Seminole, PA (16253)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16253 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (7 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 16253?

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

Is ZIP code 16253 (Seminole) prone to flooding?

Yes, Seminole (ZIP 16253) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

Has Seminole (16253) ever been hit by a tornado?

Seminole has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 23, 1986.

What was the worst natural disaster in Seminole, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16253 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16253?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.3M in property damage in the Seminole, PA area (ZIP 16253). 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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