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29568 Longs, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Longs, SC (29568)

Longs, SC (ZIP 29568) has experienced 77 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 37 hailstorms, 21 floods, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.9M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 61 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 48% of all recorded events (37 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $42.7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (29%) 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Longs has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. 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 $4.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 5, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Longs has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $240K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 15, 2008.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Longs has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $50K 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 Jan 5, 2002.

❄️ Blizzards

Longs has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Longs was Ice Storm on Jan 26, 2004, which caused $3.3M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Sep 4, 1979), causing $2.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Oct 8, 2016 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Longs, SC (29568)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29568 has experienced 77 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), floods (21 events), tornadoes (9 events), severe wind events (6 events), extreme cold events (2 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme heat event (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 29568?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Longs, SC, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $42.7K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 29568 (Longs) prone to flooding?

Yes, Longs (ZIP 29568) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

Has Longs (29568) ever been hit by a tornado?

Longs has 9 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 $4.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 5, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Longs, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29568 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2004. This event caused $3.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 29568?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.9M in property damage in the Longs, SC area (ZIP 29568). 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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