10 floods in PA

The Great Flood of 1889—Johnstown, PA.

May 31, 1889

The flood was caused by several days of heavy rain that effected the South Fork Dam. 2,209 people died. 17 million dollars in property damage was done.

The St. Patrick's Day Floods, March 17-18.

Mar 17, 1936

the flood reached heights up to 46 feet, the biggest flood in the history of Pittsburgh. The cause was rain followed by winter, and the warm temperature lead to melting of ice.

Agnes Flooding(june 22-25)

Jun 22, 1972

Hurricane Agnes eventually crossed over PA causing significant damage, especially to the Susquehanna River.

Snowmelt Floods.

Jan 16, 1996

caused by a deadly combination of a blizzard and rainfall and humid air, creating a flood, specifically in areas like Wilkes-Bare, PA. There was 15 deaths.