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17327 Glen Rock, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glen Rock, PA (17327)

Glen Rock, PA (ZIP 17327) has a moderate disaster history with 47 recorded events. These include 31 hailstorms, 5 severe wind events, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $26.1M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 66% of all recorded events (31 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Glen Rock has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $367K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Glen Rock has experienced 4 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 13, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Glen Rock has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $310K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Glen Rock has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 28, 2009.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Glen Rock 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 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $25M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 9, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glen Rock was Cold/Wind Chill on Apr 9, 1997, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 12, 2022), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glen Rock, PA (17327)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 17327 has experienced 47 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (31 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 17327?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glen Rock, PA, with 31 events documented.

Is ZIP code 17327 (Glen Rock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Glen Rock (ZIP 17327) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $400K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 28, 2009.

Has Glen Rock (17327) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glen Rock 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 $310K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 7, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glen Rock, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 17327 was Cold/Wind Chill, which occurred on Apr 9, 1997. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 17327?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $26.1M in property damage in the Glen Rock, PA area (ZIP 17327). 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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