Pennsylvania Emergency Preparedness
Based on 54 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Pennsylvania.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Pennsylvania
Severe Storm (16 declarations)
Moderate Flood (25 declarations)
Moderate Hurricane (6 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Pennsylvania has had 54 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 25
Severe Storm 16
Hurricane 6
Snowstorm 3
Tropical Storm 1
Biological 1
Tornado 1
Drought 1
Recent Declarations
Tropical Storm Debby 2024-09-11
Remnants Of Hurricane Ida 2021-09-10
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-03-30
Severe Storms And Flooding 2018-11-27
Severe Storms And Flooding 2016-12-02
Preparedness Tips for Pennsylvania
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed