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17866 Ranshaw, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ranshaw, PA (17866)

Ranshaw, PA (ZIP 17866) has a moderate disaster history with 14 recorded events. These include 10 hailstorms, 2 blizzards, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $19K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 10 recorded incidents (71% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 28, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Ranshaw 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ranshaw has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 2, 1998.

💨 Severe wind events

Ranshaw 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 Ranshaw 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 Ranshaw, PA (17866)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 17866 has experienced 14 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), blizzards (2 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 17866?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ranshaw, PA, with 10 events documented.

Has Ranshaw (17866) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ranshaw has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 2, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ranshaw, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 17866 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 17866?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19K in property damage in the Ranshaw, PA area (ZIP 17866). 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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