Natural Disaster Risk in Revloc

Natural Hazard Profile: Revloc, Pennsylvania

Located in the interior eastern United States in Cambria County, Revloc is a small unincorporated community. The humid continental climate that characterizes this part of Pennsylvania — marked by cold winters, warm summers, and four distinct seasons — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Revloc a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Revloc's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.4/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The threat of avalanche is the primary natural hazard here, with winter snowpack instability on mountain terrain posing risks to roads, structures, and outdoor recreation activities. Secondary hazards include lightning and hurricane.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Revloc's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.9/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by avalanche and lightning, as measured by FEMA across Cambria County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Revloc residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for avalanche and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.