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18920 Erwinna, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Erwinna, PA (18920)

Erwinna, PA (ZIP 18920) has a moderate disaster history with 24 recorded events. These include 11 hailstorms, 7 blizzards, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.1M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 20 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 11 recorded incidents (46% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 8, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Erwinna has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (71%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 18, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Erwinna has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $275K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 19, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Erwinna 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 $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 18, 2004.

💨 Severe wind events

Erwinna has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 2, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Erwinna was Heavy Snow on Feb 16, 2003, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 18, 2004), causing $900K in damages. Flood on Jan 19, 1996 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Erwinna, PA (18920)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 18920 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), blizzards (7 events), tornadoes (3 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 18920?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Erwinna, PA, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $500K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 18920 (Erwinna) prone to flooding?

Yes, Erwinna (ZIP 18920) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 18, 2004.

Has Erwinna (18920) ever been hit by a tornado?

Erwinna has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $275K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 19, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Erwinna, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 18920 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Feb 16, 2003. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 18920?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.1M in property damage in the Erwinna, PA area (ZIP 18920). 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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