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19535 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (19535)

ZIP code 19535, covering this area, , has 51 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 27 blizzards, 11 hailstorms, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $19M. These events have resulted in 11 recorded deaths and 158 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Primary Hazard

Blizzards represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 53% of all recorded events (27 total). 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.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2022.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $135K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area 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.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $13M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 3, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 5, 1979.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Cold/Wind Chill on Apr 9, 1997, which caused $13M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Jan 7, 1996), causing $4.5M in damages. Heavy Snow on Feb 16, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (19535)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 19535 has experienced 51 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (27 events), hailstorms (11 events), floods (5 events), extreme heat events (4 events), extreme cold events (2 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 19535?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 27 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 19535 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 19535) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $135K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

Has this area (19535) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 5, 1979.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 19535 was Cold/Wind Chill, which occurred on Apr 9, 1997. This event caused $13M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 19535?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 19535). 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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