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17263 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (17263)

Government agency data shows 43 natural disaster events for ZIP 17263 in this area, . These include 27 hailstorms, 4 blizzards, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $17.2M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 63% of all recorded events (27 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 14, 1999.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $15.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 19, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $580K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 17, 2011.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 2 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 4, 1999.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flood on Jan 19, 1996, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 10, 1997), causing $1M in damages. Flood on Sep 6, 1996 also caused significant damage ($520K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (17263)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 17263 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), extreme heat events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 17263?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 27 events documented.

Is ZIP code 17263 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 17263) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $15.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 19, 2019.

Has this area (17263) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $580K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 17, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 17263 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 19, 1996. 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 17263?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $17.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 17263). 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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