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29351 Joanna, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Joanna, SC (29351)

Joanna, SC (ZIP 29351) has a moderate disaster history with 21 recorded events. These include 10 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 3 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $58.6M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Joanna is hailstorms, with 10 recorded events making up 48% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 1, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Joanna has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $7.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Joanna has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $51M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 16, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Joanna has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 4, 2015.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Joanna 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 26, 1999.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Joanna has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 12, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Joanna was Cold/Wind Chill on Mar 16, 2017, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 4, 2002), causing $6M in damages. Ice Storm on Jan 2, 1999 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Joanna, SC (29351)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29351 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), flood (1 event), extreme heat event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29351?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Joanna, SC, with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 29351 (Joanna) prone to flooding?

Yes, Joanna (ZIP 29351) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $10K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 4, 2015.

Has Joanna (29351) ever been hit by a tornado?

Joanna has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 12, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Joanna, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29351 was Cold/Wind Chill, which occurred on Mar 16, 2017. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 29351?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $58.6M in property damage in the Joanna, SC area (ZIP 29351). 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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