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30076 Roswell, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Roswell, GA (30076)

Federal records document 121 natural disaster events in the Roswell, GA area (ZIP 30076). These include 74 hailstorms, 31 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $116.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 14 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 74 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $8.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 31 recorded floods in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 15 (48%) 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 $26.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 29, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Roswell has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $78.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 14, 2014.

❄️ Blizzards

Roswell has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Roswell has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 26, 2008.

🌀 Hurricanes

Roswell has experienced 1 hurricane on record. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 14, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Roswell was EF2 Tornado on Apr 8, 1998, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 8, 1998), causing $25M in damages. Flood on Sep 21, 2009 also caused significant damage ($6.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Roswell, GA (30076)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30076 has experienced 121 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (74 events), floods (31 events), tornadoes (10 events), blizzards (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30076?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Roswell, GA, with 74 events documented. These events have caused a combined $8.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30076 (Roswell) prone to flooding?

Yes, Roswell (ZIP 30076) has 31 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $26.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 29, 2023.

Has Roswell (30076) ever been hit by a tornado?

Roswell has 10 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 $78.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 14, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Roswell, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30076 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 8, 1998. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30076?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $116.4M in property damage in the Roswell, GA area (ZIP 30076). 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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