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19422 Penllyn, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Penllyn, PA (19422)

Penllyn, PA (ZIP 19422) has experienced 79 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 21 hailstorms, 19 blizzards, and 19 extreme heat events. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.4M. These events have resulted in 52 recorded deaths and 68 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 27% of all recorded events (21 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 19 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (53%) 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 $8.8M in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 22, 2016.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 19 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (58%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Heat-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. 31 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 1, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Penllyn has experienced 6 extreme cold events on record. 6 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Penllyn has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $10.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Penllyn has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $23.3M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Penllyn was Flash Flood on Sep 1, 2021, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Sep 1, 2021), causing $5M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 9, 2010 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Penllyn, PA (19422)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 19422 has experienced 79 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), blizzards (19 events), extreme heat events (19 events), extreme cold events (6 events), tornadoes (6 events), floods (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 27% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 19422?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Penllyn, PA, with 21 events documented.

Is ZIP code 19422 (Penllyn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Penllyn (ZIP 19422) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $23.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 1, 2021.

Has Penllyn (19422) ever been hit by a tornado?

Penllyn has 6 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 $10.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 1, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Penllyn, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 19422 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 1, 2021. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 19422?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.4M in property damage in the Penllyn, PA area (ZIP 19422). 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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