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29055 Great Falls, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Great Falls, SC (29055)

Government agency data shows 40 natural disaster events for ZIP 29055 in Great Falls, SC. These include 25 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $405.5K. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 10 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Great Falls is hailstorms, with 25 recorded events making up 63% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Great Falls has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $117.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Great Falls has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $108K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Great Falls has experienced 2 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 11, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Great Falls has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 9, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Great Falls has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 13, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Great Falls was EF1 Tornado on May 5, 2020, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Great Falls, SC (29055)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29055 has experienced 40 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (25 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29055?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Great Falls, SC, with 25 events documented. These events have caused a combined $125K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 29055 (Great Falls) prone to flooding?

Yes, Great Falls (ZIP 29055) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $55K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 11, 2013.

Has Great Falls (29055) ever been hit by a tornado?

Great Falls has 5 recorded tornado events 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 $117.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Great Falls, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29055 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on May 5, 2020. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 29055?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $405.5K in property damage in the Great Falls, SC area (ZIP 29055). 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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