Natural Disaster Risk in Six Mile Run

Natural Hazard Profile: Six Mile Run, Pennsylvania

Located in the interior eastern United States in Bedford County, Six Mile Run is a small community of about 656. 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 Six Mile Run a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Six Mile Run's composite natural disaster risk at 5.1 out of 10 — moderate risk. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. Residents should also account for avalanche and hurricane risk in their preparedness planning.

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

With a moderate risk rating, Six Mile Run residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for landslide is recommended.