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29670 Pendleton, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pendleton, SC (29670)

Pendleton, SC (ZIP 29670) has experienced 102 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 50 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 14 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $72.8M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pendleton is hailstorms, with 50 recorded events making up 49% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 8, 2010.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (57%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 9, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Pendleton has experienced 7 extreme cold events 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 cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $53M in documented property damage. 6 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Pendleton has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (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 $12.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Pendleton has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $85K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 8, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pendleton was Cold/Wind Chill on Mar 16, 2017, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 4, 2002), causing $11M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 8, 2007 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pendleton, SC (29670)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29670 has experienced 102 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (50 events), tornadoes (15 events), floods (14 events), extreme cold events (7 events), blizzards (6 events), severe wind events (6 events), and extreme heat events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29670?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pendleton, SC, with 50 events documented.

Is ZIP code 29670 (Pendleton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pendleton (ZIP 29670) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 9, 2024.

Has Pendleton (29670) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pendleton has 15 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 $5.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 8, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pendleton, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29670 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 29670?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $72.8M in property damage in the Pendleton, SC area (ZIP 29670). 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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