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28347 Hoffman, NC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hoffman, NC (28347)

Hoffman, NC (ZIP 28347) has a moderate disaster history with 14 recorded events. These include 11 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $33.9M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 79% of all recorded events (11 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 9, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Hoffman has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $31.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 17, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hoffman has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Feb 11, 1981.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hoffman was Flood on Sep 17, 2018, which caused $28.3M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Oct 8, 2016), causing $3.1M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Feb 11, 1981 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hoffman, NC (28347)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 28347 has experienced 14 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), floods (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 28347?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hoffman, NC, with 11 events documented.

Is ZIP code 28347 (Hoffman) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hoffman (ZIP 28347) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $31.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 17, 2018.

Has Hoffman (28347) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hoffman has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Feb 11, 1981.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hoffman, NC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 28347 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2018. This event caused $28.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 28347?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $33.9M in property damage in the Hoffman, NC area (ZIP 28347). 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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