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17862 Penns Creek, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Penns Creek, PA (17862)

ZIP code 17862 in Penns Creek, PA has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 3 tornadoes, 2 blizzards, and 2 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $101K.

🌪️ Tornadoes — Most Frequent Hazard

With 3 recorded incidents (43% of all events), tornadoes are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 2, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Penns Creek has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 6, 2009.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Penns Creek has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Penns Creek was EF1 Tornado on Jul 2, 2023, which caused $40K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Penns Creek, PA (17862)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 17862 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 events), and hailstorms (2 events). The primary hazard is tornadoes, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 17862?

Tornadoes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Penns Creek, PA, with 3 events documented. These events have caused a combined $95K in property damage.

Has Penns Creek (17862) ever been hit by a tornado?

Penns Creek has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $95K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 2, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Penns Creek, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 17862 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jul 2, 2023. This event caused $40K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 17862?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $101K in property damage in the Penns Creek, PA area (ZIP 17862). 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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