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16855 Mineral Springs, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mineral Springs, PA (16855)

Government agency data shows 12 natural disaster events for ZIP 16855 in Mineral Springs, PA. These include 6 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 1 severe wind event. Total documented property damage amounts to $85K. A total of 20 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 6 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Mineral Springs has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $65K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 28, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mineral Springs has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 16, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mineral Springs was Winter Weather on Nov 28, 2025, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mineral Springs, PA (16855)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 16855 has experienced 12 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (6 events), blizzards (5 events), and severe wind event (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 16855?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mineral Springs, PA, with 6 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mineral Springs, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 16855 was Winter Weather, which occurred on Nov 28, 2025. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 16855?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $85K in property damage in the Mineral Springs, PA area (ZIP 16855). 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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