Bucks storm history
Storm events recorded in Bucks, Pennsylvania between 1950 and 2025.
1,380
Total events
28
Tornadoes
102
Hail
202
Floods
28
Deaths
$231.1M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Tornado EF3 Tornado
The tornado which began in Philadelphia County crossed into Bucks County, where it would produce the majority of its impacts. After crossing the county line, the tornado continued between Trevose Road and Peyton Street where additional tree damage occurred before crossing Lukens …
Catastrophic flash flooding occurred in Upper Makefield Township, resulting in the loss of seven lives. A reliable rain gauge located within the township indicated that 4.64 inches of rain fell during the event which lasted less than 2 hours. Widespread roadway flooding occurred …
Widespread flash flooding occurred in upper Bucks County with many road closures and vehicles stranded. There were numerous water rescues. One flood related fatality was reported in Milford Township. Most waterways in the county overflowed, including the Delaware River (with a hi…
The local fire department pulled a male teenager out of the flood swollen Mill Creek in Middletown Township. The individual was kayaking with another male teenage when he fell out of the kayak. The victim was pulled from the creek but later died at Children's Hospital in Philadel…
A lightning strike caused a three-alarm fire at the Dow Chemical facility on Pennsylvania State Route 413 and State Road in the Croydon section of Bristol Township. A lightning bolt struck two of the storage tanks at the plant. The ensuing fire badly damaged two large 250,000 gal…
A tornado touched down just east of the Philadelphia Mills Mall as it moved in a northwesterly direction. The initial touchdown occurred in Bucks County, very near the Philadelphia County border. Uprooted trees were found near the area of Kings Ave and Paradise Ave. The tornado t…
After crossing back into Bucks County, the tornado, which may have lifted for a time, caused additional damage in the Southampton area of Bucks County. Numerous trees were snapped in this area as well, with many homes and cars damaged due to falling trees and tree limbs. The Syca…
Lightning struck a tree causing a branch to fall onto an occupied tent and the Dolphin Swim Club. 9 occupants were injured and the tent was destroyed by the fallen limb. Time estimated from radar.
A lightning strike caused a four alarm fire at the Windsor at Harper's Crossing Apartment Complex in Langhorne (Middletown Township). Eight apartments were badly damaged and sixteen others had smoke and water damage. Thirty people were displaced from their apartments as the Red C…
Widespread flash flooding occurred in lower Bucks County with many road closures and vehicles stranded. There were numerous water rescues. Most waterways in the county overflowed, including the Delaware River (with a highly unusual quick response to the runoff), Neshaminy Creek, …
The tornado touched down near Neshaminy High School and moved NE through Langhorne to near Country Club in Yardley. In addition to numerous trees downed, extensive structural damage occurred as the twisted swept through the county. In one instance, the tornado ripped the roof off…
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding was reported in Southampton Township. Second Street Pike and Street Road were closed due to three to four feet of water on the roadways.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding was reported in Southampton Township. Stump Road and Bustleton Pike were closed due to flooding.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A vehicle was stranded in flood water on Brookside Drive. The occupant of the vehicle was rescued.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Industrial Blvd in Upper Southampton Township was closed due to flash flooding. Up to three feet of water ended up on the roadway.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Multiple water rescues were needed at the intersection of County Line Road and Pine Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Multiple water rescues were needed due to flooded vehicles at the intersection of County Line Road and Buck Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree down across railroad track crossing at Aquetong Rd blocking train and vehicle traffic. Time estimated from radar.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding occurred on numerous roadways throughout Levittown.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding and lane closures were reported on US 1 Southbound.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding and road closures were reported around Bensalem.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 | 0 |
| 2023 | 66 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 | 1 |
| 2021 | 67 | 7 |
| 2020 | 80 | 2 |
| 2019 | 55 | 1 |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 |
| 2017 | 17 | 0 |
| 2016 | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | 26 | 0 |
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 | 56 | 0 |
| 2011 | 55 | 0 |
| 2010 | 45 | 0 |
| 2009 | 53 | 0 |
| 2008 | 53 | 0 |
| 2007 | 66 | 0 |
| 2006 | 46 | 0 |
| 2005 | 50 | 0 |
| 2004 | 51 | 0 |
| 2003 | 58 | 0 |
| 2002 | 64 | 0 |
| 2001 | 43 | 0 |
| 2000 | 39 | 0 |
| 1999 | 55 | 0 |
| 1998 | 47 | 0 |
| 1997 | 25 | 0 |
| 1996 | 50 | 0 |
| 1995 | 4 | 0 |
| 1994 | 13 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 | 1 |
| 1992 | 6 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | 2 | 1 |
| 1989 | 9 | 2 |
| 1988 | 6 | 0 |
| 1987 | 8 | 0 |
| 1986 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | 7 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 | 1 |
| 1983 | 8 | 2 |
| 1982 | 3 | 1 |
| 1980 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 2 | 0 |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | 7 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 5 | 1 |
| 1973 | 2 | 1 |
| 1970 | 4 | 0 |
| 1968 | 1 | 0 |
| 1964 | 1 | 0 |
| 1962 | 2 | 1 |
| 1961 | 1 | 1 |
| 1960 | 1 | 0 |
| 1950 | 1 | 1 |