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31008 Powersville, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Powersville, GA (31008)

Powersville, GA (ZIP 31008) has experienced 101 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 62 hailstorms, 23 tornadoes, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.8M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 73 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 61% of all recorded events (62 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $7.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 7, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 23 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (13%) 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 $11.7M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 3, 2019.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (45%) 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 $260K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Powersville has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $24K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 25, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Powersville has experienced 2 blizzards 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 $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 1, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Powersville was EF2 Tornado on Aug 29, 2005, which caused $4.4M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Mar 13, 1954), causing $2.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on May 21, 1955 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Powersville, GA (31008)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31008 has experienced 101 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (62 events), tornadoes (23 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31008?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Powersville, GA, with 62 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 31008 (Powersville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Powersville (ZIP 31008) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $260K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

Has Powersville (31008) ever been hit by a tornado?

Powersville has 23 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 $11.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 3, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Powersville, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31008 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 29, 2005. This event caused $4.4M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31008?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.8M in property damage in the Powersville, GA area (ZIP 31008). 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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