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28334 Dunn, NC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dunn, NC (28334)

ZIP code 28334, covering Dunn, NC, has 89 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 66 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $78.6M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 97 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Dunn is hailstorms, with 66 recorded events making up 74% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $44.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 3, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Dunn has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $29.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 8, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Dunn has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 7, 2016.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Dunn has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 20, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Dunn has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 9, 1976.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dunn was Flood on Oct 9, 2016, which caused $29.1M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 16, 2011), causing $25M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Apr 16, 2011 also caused significant damage ($16M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dunn, NC (28334)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 28334 has experienced 89 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (66 events), tornadoes (14 events), floods (5 events), blizzards (2 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 28334?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dunn, NC, with 66 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 28334 (Dunn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dunn (ZIP 28334) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $29.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 8, 2024.

Has Dunn (28334) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dunn has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $44.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 3, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dunn, NC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 28334 was Flood, which occurred on Oct 9, 2016. This event caused $29.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 28334?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $78.6M in property damage in the Dunn, NC area (ZIP 28334). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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