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16648 Hollidaysburg, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hollidaysburg, PA (16648)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 16648 in Hollidaysburg, PA. These include 13 hailstorms, 6 severe wind events, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.7M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Hollidaysburg is hailstorms, with 13 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Hollidaysburg has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $140K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Hollidaysburg has experienced 3 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 1, 2010.

❄️ Blizzards

Hollidaysburg has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 14, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hollidaysburg has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 19, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hollidaysburg was EF1 Tornado on Nov 5, 1988, which caused $2.5M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hollidaysburg, PA (16648)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16648 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), severe wind events (6 events), floods (3 events), blizzards (2 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 16648?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hollidaysburg, PA, with 13 events documented.

Is ZIP code 16648 (Hollidaysburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hollidaysburg (ZIP 16648) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 1, 2010.

Has Hollidaysburg (16648) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hollidaysburg has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 19, 1996.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hollidaysburg, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16648 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Nov 5, 1988. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16648?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.7M in property damage in the Hollidaysburg, PA area (ZIP 16648). 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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