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16260 Vowinckel, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Vowinckel, PA (16260)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 16260 in Vowinckel, PA. These include 9 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $433K. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Vowinckel is hailstorms, with 9 recorded events making up 35% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 6, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Vowinckel has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 1, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Vowinckel has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $48K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2008.

🌊 Floods

Vowinckel has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $85K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 16, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Vowinckel was EF2 Tornado on Jul 11, 1976, which caused $250K in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Vowinckel, PA (16260)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16260 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), tornadoes (7 events), blizzards (5 events), and floods (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 16260?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Vowinckel, PA, with 9 events documented.

Is ZIP code 16260 (Vowinckel) prone to flooding?

Yes, Vowinckel (ZIP 16260) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $85K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 16, 2016.

Has Vowinckel (16260) ever been hit by a tornado?

Vowinckel has 7 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 $300K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 1, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Vowinckel, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16260 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Jul 11, 1976. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16260?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $433K in property damage in the Vowinckel, PA area (ZIP 16260). 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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