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30434 Louisville, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Louisville, GA (30434)

Louisville, GA (ZIP 30434) has a moderate disaster history with 50 recorded events. These include 29 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 8 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.3M. A total of 26 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 29 recorded incidents (58% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (27%) 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 $9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 13, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Louisville has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $128.2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Louisville has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2005.

🌀 Hurricanes

Louisville has experienced 1 hurricane on record. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 27, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Louisville was EF3 Tornado on Apr 10, 2009, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Jan 13, 1972), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jan 13, 1972 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Louisville, GA (30434)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 30434 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (8 events), blizzard (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 30434?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Louisville, GA, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 30434 (Louisville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Louisville (ZIP 30434) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $128.2K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

Has Louisville (30434) ever been hit by a tornado?

Louisville has 11 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 $9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 13, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Louisville, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 30434 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 10, 2009. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 30434?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.3M in property damage in the Louisville, GA area (ZIP 30434). 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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