Natural Disaster Risk in Wysox

Natural Hazard Profile: Wysox, Pennsylvania

Wysox, in Bradford County, is a small community of about 1,595 situated in the Great Lakes region. Its humid continental climate brings cold winters, warm summers, and four distinct seasons, and in particular nor'easter exposure and spring river flooding. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Wysox residents and property owners must navigate.

Wysox's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.2/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. High lightning activity is the primary natural hazard concern, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces dense ground strike patterns across the area. Secondary hazards include avalanche and landslide.

Within Pennsylvania, Wysox's risk is, slightly below the 5.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Bradford County identifies lightning as the foremost hazard, followed by avalanche and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Wysox 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 lightning is recommended.