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31070 Pinehurst, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pinehurst, GA (31070)

Government agency data shows 35 natural disaster events for ZIP 31070 in Pinehurst, GA. These include 15 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 21 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pinehurst is hailstorms, with 15 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $330K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 15, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 5, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Pinehurst has experienced 6 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 $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 14, 2009.

❄️ Blizzards

Pinehurst has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2005.

🌀 Hurricanes

Pinehurst has experienced 1 hurricane on record. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Oct 10, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Pinehurst has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 10, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pinehurst was EF3 Tornado on Mar 31, 1961, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Dec 31, 2006), causing $400K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pinehurst, GA (31070)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31070 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (15 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (6 events), blizzard (1 event), hurricane (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31070?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pinehurst, GA, with 15 events documented. These events have caused a combined $330K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 31070 (Pinehurst) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pinehurst (ZIP 31070) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $56K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 14, 2009.

Has Pinehurst (31070) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pinehurst 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 $3.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 5, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pinehurst, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31070 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 31, 1961. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31070?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.7M in property damage in the Pinehurst, GA area (ZIP 31070). 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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