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19512 Boyertown, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Boyertown, PA (19512)

Boyertown, PA (ZIP 19512) has experienced 92 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 29 hailstorms, 27 blizzards, and 13 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $56M. These events have resulted in 15 recorded deaths and 160 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 32% of all recorded events (29 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 8, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 27 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Of these, 16 (59%) 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 $5.6M in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 10, 2016.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (77%) 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 $24M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Boyertown has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $13.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 1, 1998.

💨 Severe wind events

Boyertown has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 3, 2020.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Boyertown has experienced 4 extreme heat events 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 heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 21, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Boyertown was Flash Flood on Sep 1, 2021, which caused $21M in property damage. Another major event was Cold/Wind Chill (Apr 9, 1997), causing $13M in damages. Blizzard on Jan 7, 1996 also caused significant damage ($4.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Boyertown, PA (19512)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 19512 has experienced 92 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), blizzards (27 events), floods (13 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (6 events), extreme heat events (4 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 32% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 19512?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Boyertown, PA, with 29 events documented.

Is ZIP code 19512 (Boyertown) prone to flooding?

Yes, Boyertown (ZIP 19512) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $24M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

Has Boyertown (19512) ever been hit by a tornado?

Boyertown has 10 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 $13.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 1, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Boyertown, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 19512 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 1, 2021. This event caused $21M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 19512?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $56M in property damage in the Boyertown, PA area (ZIP 19512). 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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