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29729 Richburg, SC — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Richburg, SC (29729)

Government agency data shows 40 natural disaster events for ZIP 29729 in Richburg, SC. These include 26 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $57.5M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 26 recorded incidents (65% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 10, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Richburg has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $240K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Richburg has experienced 3 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $7.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Richburg has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 8, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Richburg has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $50M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 16, 2017.

🌍 Earthquakes

Richburg has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 16, 1987.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Richburg was Cold/Wind Chill on Mar 16, 2017, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 4, 2002), causing $7M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Richburg, SC (29729)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 29729 has experienced 40 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (3 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), earthquake (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 29729?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Richburg, SC, with 26 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 29729 (Richburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Richburg (ZIP 29729) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $75K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 8, 2024.

Has Richburg (29729) ever been hit by a tornado?

Richburg has 6 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $240K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Richburg, SC?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 29729 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 29729?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $57.5M in property damage in the Richburg, SC area (ZIP 29729). 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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