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30032 Decatur, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Decatur, GA (30032)

ZIP code 30032, covering Decatur, GA, has 61 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 39 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $15.4M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 64% of all recorded events (39 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $12M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 26, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (38%) 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 $536K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Decatur has experienced 4 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

Decatur has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 12, 1967.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Decatur was 2.5" Hail on Jun 12, 2007, which caused $4.5M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Apr 24, 2021), causing $4M in damages. EF2 Tornado on May 8, 1978 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Decatur, GA (30032)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30032 has experienced 61 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (39 events), floods (16 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30032?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Decatur, GA, with 39 events documented. These events have caused a combined $12M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30032 (Decatur) prone to flooding?

Yes, Decatur (ZIP 30032) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $536K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

Has Decatur (30032) ever been hit by a tornado?

Decatur has 4 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 $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Decatur, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30032 was 2.5" Hail, which occurred on Jun 12, 2007. This event caused $4.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30032?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $15.4M in property damage in the Decatur, GA area (ZIP 30032). 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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