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17836 Leck Kill, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Leck Kill, PA (17836)

Government agency data shows 12 natural disaster events for ZIP 17836 in Leck Kill, PA. These include 6 hailstorms, 3 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $24K.

⛈️ 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 May 28, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Leck Kill has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 2, 1998.

❄️ Blizzards

Leck Kill has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $19K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 20, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Leck Kill has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 18, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Leck Kill was Winter Weather on Feb 20, 2025, which caused $15K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Leck Kill, PA (17836)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 17836 has experienced 12 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (6 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 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 17836?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Leck Kill, PA, with 6 events documented.

Has Leck Kill (17836) ever been hit by a tornado?

Leck Kill has 3 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 $5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 2, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Leck Kill, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 17836 was Winter Weather, which occurred on Feb 20, 2025. This event caused $15K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 17836?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $24K in property damage in the Leck Kill, PA area (ZIP 17836). 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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