Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 15004
Atlasburg, Pennsylvania
Risk Summary for ZIP 15004
ZIP 15004 scores 6.0/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.
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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: ZIP 15004, Pennsylvania
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 15004 serves the Atlasburg community. The humid continental climate of this part of Pennsylvania — bringing cold winters, warm summers, and four distinct seasons — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 15004's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Slope instability and debris flows are the primary natural hazard, driven by a combination of local geology, precipitation intensity, and terrain that creates susceptibility to failure. Secondary hazards include lightning and hail.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 15004's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.9/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by landslide and lightning, as measured by FEMA across Pennsylvania. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 15004 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for landslide 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.
What this means for ZIP 15004: Landslide preparedness
- Standard insurance generally excludes landslide and earth-movement damage — ask about specialized coverage.
- Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.
- Watch for warning signs such as new cracks, tilting trees, or changes in water drainage on slopes.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 15004
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 15004 from other communities in Pennsylvania County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
217
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 40.3°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 5.3/10
Coordinates
40.3422° N, 80.3829° W
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for ZIP 15004
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.