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30288 Zcta 30288, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Zcta 30288, GA (30288)

Zcta 30288, GA (ZIP 30288) has experienced 61 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 31 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $182.1M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 55 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (31 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $9.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 20% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (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 $308K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Zcta 30288 has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (22%) 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 $15.8M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 11, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Zcta 30288 has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 Mar 1, 2009.

💨 Severe wind events

Zcta 30288 has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 23, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Zcta 30288 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 $155M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 7, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Zcta 30288 was Frost/Freeze on Apr 7, 2007, which caused $155M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 11, 2008), causing $7.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Nov 19, 1981 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Zcta 30288, GA (30288)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30288 has experienced 61 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (31 events), floods (12 events), tornadoes (9 events), blizzards (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30288?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Zcta 30288, GA, with 31 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30288 (Zcta 30288) prone to flooding?

Yes, Zcta 30288 (ZIP 30288) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $308K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

Has Zcta 30288 (30288) ever been hit by a tornado?

Zcta 30288 has 9 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 $15.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 11, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Zcta 30288, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30288 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Apr 7, 2007. This event caused $155M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30288?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $182.1M in property damage in the Zcta 30288, GA area (ZIP 30288). 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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