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19550 Rehrersburg, PA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rehrersburg, PA (19550)

ZIP code 19550 in Rehrersburg, PA has a relatively limited disaster record, with 10 events documented. These include 4 hailstorms, 3 blizzards, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.3M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 76 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Rehrersburg is hailstorms, with 4 recorded events making up 40% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Rehrersburg has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 3, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Rehrersburg has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 6, 1994.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rehrersburg was EF3 Tornado on Jun 18, 1970, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 6, 1994), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rehrersburg, PA (19550)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 19550 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), blizzards (3 events), and tornadoes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 19550?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rehrersburg, PA, with 4 events documented.

Has Rehrersburg (19550) ever been hit by a tornado?

Rehrersburg has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 6, 1994.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rehrersburg, PA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 19550 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 18, 1970. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 19550?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.3M in property damage in the Rehrersburg, PA area (ZIP 19550). 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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