Natural Disaster Risk in Buck Hill Falls
Pennsylvania
Risk Summary for Buck Hill Falls
Buck Hill Falls scores 6.9/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Lightning.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Buck Hill Falls, Pennsylvania
Buck Hill Falls is a small unincorporated community in Monroe County, along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. The area experiences cold winters, warm summers, and four distinct seasons, with nor'easter exposure and spring river flooding shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Buck Hill Falls.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Buck Hill Falls carries an overall risk score of 6.9/10, placing it in the high category. Frequent lightning strikes from an active thunderstorm environment represent the top natural hazard risk, posing safety concerns and causing fire ignitions and power outages. The area also faces notable exposure to cold wave and winter.
Buck Hill Falls's risk score, slightly above the 5.9/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Monroe County, the highest-scoring are lightning, cold wave, and winter. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
Buck Hill Falls's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.
What this means for Buck Hill Falls: Lightning preparedness
- Install whole-home surge protection to shield electronics from strike-related power surges.
- Follow the "when thunder roars, go indoors" rule and wait 30 minutes after the last thunder.
- Avoid plumbing and corded electronics during active thunderstorms.
Local Factors for Buck Hill Falls
These city-level factors differentiate Buck Hill Falls from other communities in Monroe County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
222
RuralGeographic Zone
Atlantic Coast
Hurricane, nor'easter & coastal flood risk
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 41.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 5.8/10
Coordinates
41.1956° N, 75.2726° W
Monroe County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.