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16546 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (16546)

With 334 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 16546 in this area, has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 286 blizzards, 17 floods, and 17 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $107.2M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 17 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 286 recorded incidents (86% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 257 (90%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $85M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (82%) 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 $17.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 15, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 17 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $325K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 7 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 4 (57%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 20, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $300.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 2, 1983.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 14, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Lake-Effect Snow on Dec 24, 2017, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Mar 7, 2008), causing $12M in damages. Lake-Effect Snow on Dec 24, 2017 also caused significant damage ($10M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (16546)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16546 has experienced 334 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (286 events), floods (17 events), hailstorms (17 events), extreme cold events (7 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 86% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 16546?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 286 events documented. These events have caused a combined $85M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 16546 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 16546) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $17.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 15, 2020.

Has this area (16546) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 4 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 $300.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 2, 1983.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16546 was Lake-Effect Snow, which occurred on Dec 24, 2017. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16546?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $107.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 16546). 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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