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31009 Cadwell, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cadwell, GA (31009)

Government agency data shows 41 natural disaster events for ZIP 31009 in Cadwell, GA. These include 18 hailstorms, 9 floods, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.8M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 18 recorded incidents (44% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 31, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Cadwell has experienced 9 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $137K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 23, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Cadwell has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $977.5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 6, 2022.

🌀 Hurricanes

Cadwell has experienced 3 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to hurricanes in this area. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 27, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Cadwell 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $105K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cadwell was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Oct 10, 2018, which caused $1.2M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 15, 2007), causing $400K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cadwell, GA (31009)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31009 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (18 events), floods (9 events), tornadoes (9 events), hurricanes (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31009?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cadwell, GA, with 18 events documented. These events have caused a combined $350K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 31009 (Cadwell) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cadwell (ZIP 31009) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $137K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 23, 2020.

Has Cadwell (31009) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cadwell has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $977.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 6, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cadwell, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31009 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Oct 10, 2018. This event caused $1.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31009?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.8M in property damage in the Cadwell, GA area (ZIP 31009). 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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