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29125 Pinewood, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pinewood, SC (29125)

Federal records document 52 natural disaster events in the Pinewood, SC area (ZIP 29125). These include 26 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 7 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.7M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 29 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 26 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $18K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 10, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 21% 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 $3.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Pinewood has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 $4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Pinewood has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 22, 2008.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Pinewood has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 1, 1999.

❄️ Blizzards

Pinewood has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $12K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pinewood was EF2 Tornado on Aug 28, 1988, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flash Flood (Oct 10, 2015), causing $2M in damages. Flash Flood on Oct 10, 2015 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pinewood, SC (29125)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29125 has experienced 52 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (7 events), severe wind events (5 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29125?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pinewood, SC, with 26 events documented. These events have caused a combined $18K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 29125 (Pinewood) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pinewood (ZIP 29125) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

Has Pinewood (29125) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pinewood has 11 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 $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pinewood, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29125 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 28, 1988. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 29125?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.7M in property damage in the Pinewood, SC area (ZIP 29125). 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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