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29644 Fountain Inn, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fountain Inn, SC (29644)

Federal records document 91 natural disaster events in the Fountain Inn, SC area (ZIP 29644). These include 64 hailstorms, 10 tornadoes, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $60.5M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 70% of all recorded events (64 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Fountain Inn has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $645.1K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 3, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Fountain Inn 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.

🌊 Floods

Fountain Inn has experienced 5 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $22K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 27, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Fountain Inn 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Fountain Inn has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 16, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn, SC (29644)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29644 has experienced 91 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (64 events), tornadoes (10 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29644?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fountain Inn, SC, with 64 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 29644 (Fountain Inn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fountain Inn (ZIP 29644) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $22K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 27, 2024.

Has Fountain Inn (29644) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fountain Inn has 10 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 $645.1K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 3, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fountain Inn, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29644 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 29644?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $60.5M in property damage in the Fountain Inn, SC area (ZIP 29644). 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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