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19732 Rockland, DE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rockland, DE (19732)

Rockland, DE (ZIP 19732) has a moderate disaster history with 49 recorded events. These include 15 hailstorms, 13 floods, and 7 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $31.5M. These events have resulted in 20 recorded deaths and 67 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Rockland is hailstorms, with 15 recorded events making up 31% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 8, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (69%) 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. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 31, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Rockland 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 $5M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 18, 2015.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Rockland has experienced 7 extreme heat events 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 heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 12 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 15, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Rockland has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 7, 2020.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Rockland has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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). 3 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 22, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rockland was Flash Flood on Sep 1, 2021, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Oct 1, 2010), causing $5M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 9, 2010 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rockland, DE (19732)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 19732 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (15 events), floods (13 events), blizzards (7 events), extreme heat events (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 31% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 19732?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rockland, DE, with 15 events documented.

Is ZIP code 19732 (Rockland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rockland (ZIP 19732) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $23.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 31, 2025.

Has Rockland (19732) ever been hit by a tornado?

Rockland has 5 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 $3.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 7, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rockland, DE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 19732 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 1, 2021. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 19732?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $31.5M in property damage in the Rockland, DE area (ZIP 19732). 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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