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30314 Atlanta, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Atlanta, GA (30314)

ZIP code 30314, covering Atlanta, GA, has 75 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 37 hailstorms, 26 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $289.2M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 222 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Atlanta is hailstorms, with 37 recorded events making up 49% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $7.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 26 recorded floods in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (31%) 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 $992K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Atlanta has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 $280.6M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 30, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

Atlanta has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 1985.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Atlanta was EF3 Tornado on Mar 24, 1975, which caused $250M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Mar 14, 2008), causing $25M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Jun 24, 2015 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Atlanta, GA (30314)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30314 has experienced 75 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), floods (26 events), tornadoes (10 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30314?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Atlanta, GA, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30314 (Atlanta) prone to flooding?

Yes, Atlanta (ZIP 30314) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $992K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 14, 2023.

Has Atlanta (30314) ever been hit by a tornado?

Atlanta has 10 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 $280.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 30, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Atlanta, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30314 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 30314?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $289.2M in property damage in the Atlanta, GA area (ZIP 30314). 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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