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30082 Smyrna, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Smyrna, GA (30082)

Federal records document 101 natural disaster events in the Smyrna, GA area (ZIP 30082). These include 64 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 12 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $338.6M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 445 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 64 recorded incidents (63% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $8.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (25%) 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 $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 21, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (17%) 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 $320.6M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 12, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Smyrna has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $45.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 16, 2001.

❄️ Blizzards

Smyrna 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.

🌀 Hurricanes

Smyrna 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 Smyrna was EF3 Tornado on Mar 24, 1975, which caused $250M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Mar 29, 1991), causing $25M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Mar 19, 1986 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Smyrna, GA (30082)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30082 has experienced 101 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (64 events), floods (16 events), tornadoes (12 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (3 events), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30082?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Smyrna, GA, with 64 events documented. These events have caused a combined $8.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30082 (Smyrna) prone to flooding?

Yes, Smyrna (ZIP 30082) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 21, 2023.

Has Smyrna (30082) ever been hit by a tornado?

Smyrna has 12 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 $320.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 12, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Smyrna, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30082 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 24, 1975. This event caused $250M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30082?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $338.6M in property damage in the Smyrna, GA area (ZIP 30082). 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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