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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 18932

Line Lexington, Pennsylvania

8.2out of 10
Very High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 18932

ZIP 18932 scores 8.2/10 (Very High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Ice Storm.

Top Hazards

Ice Storm Winter Weather Extreme Heat

All 18 Hazard Scores

Winter Weather
9.9
Ice Storm
9.9
Extreme Heat
9.6
Earthquake
9.5
Strong Wind
9.5
Coastal Flooding
9.5
Tornado
9.3
Lightning
9.3
Hurricane
9.2
Cold Wave
9.2
Avalanche
8.5
Drought
8.0
Landslide
6.2
Wildfire
6.1
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Hail
4.8
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 18932
8.2
Pennsylvania avg.
5.9
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

High-risk area β€” review your coverage carefully

Properties in very high-risk areas often require specialized coverage that standard homeowners policies do not include. Consider flood insurance through the NFIP, wildfire-specific endorsements, or earthquake riders depending on your top hazards. Premiums in these areas can be significantly higher than average.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 18932, Pennsylvania

ZIP 18932 in Line Lexington sits along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. Its humid continental climate produces cold winters, warm summers, and four distinct seasons, and notably nor'easter exposure and spring river flooding. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 18932 carries an overall risk score of 8.2/10, placing it in the very high category. Ice storm risk tops the local winter hazard profile, with freezing rain events capable of coating roads, trees, and power lines with ice that causes widespread outages and dangerous travel conditions. The area also faces notable exposure to winter and heat.

Within Pennsylvania, ZIP 18932's risk is, considerably above the 5.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Pennsylvania identifies ice storm as the foremost hazard, followed by winter and heat. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

The very high risk environment in ZIP 18932 warrants proactive steps beyond standard preparedness. Review property insurance annually to ensure it covers the area's primary hazards, including ice storm. Establish a household emergency plan and keep supplies stocked, as the region's risk profile may require rapid response.

What this means for ZIP 18932: Ice Storm preparedness

  • Have a backup heat source and charged devices ready before winter storms arrive.
  • Prepare for multi-day power outages, as ice accretion frequently downs power lines.
  • Keep walkways treated and avoid travel during freezing-rain events.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 18932

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 18932 from other communities in Pennsylvania County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

436

Rural

Geographic Zone

Atlantic Coast

Hurricane, nor'easter & coastal flood risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 40.3Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 6.1/10

Coordinates

40.2946Β° N, 75.2558Β° 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 18932

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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 β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.