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30253 Mc Donough, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mc Donough, GA (30253)

Federal records document 83 natural disaster events in the Mc Donough, GA area (ZIP 30253). These include 58 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $32.3M. A total of 22 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 58 recorded incidents (70% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $29.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 26, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (31%) 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 $937K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 29, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Mc Donough has experienced 6 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $443.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 21, 2009.

❄️ Blizzards

Mc Donough has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 1, 2009.

🌀 Hurricanes

Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough was 2.8" Hail on Mar 18, 2013, which caused $9.4M in property damage. Another major event was 2.8" Hail (Mar 18, 2013), causing $9.4M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Mar 18, 2013 also caused significant damage ($2.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mc Donough, GA (30253)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30253 has experienced 83 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (58 events), tornadoes (13 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (5 events), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30253?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mc Donough, GA, with 58 events documented. These events have caused a combined $29.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30253 (Mc Donough) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mc Donough (ZIP 30253) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $443.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 21, 2009.

Has Mc Donough (30253) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mc Donough has 13 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 $937K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 29, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mc Donough, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30253 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on Mar 18, 2013. This event caused $9.4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30253?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $32.3M in property damage in the Mc Donough, GA area (ZIP 30253). 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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