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31649 Stockton, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Stockton, GA (31649)

Government agency data shows 16 natural disaster events for ZIP 31649 in Stockton, GA. These include 8 hailstorms, 2 hurricanes, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $211.5M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 8 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 27, 2024.

🌀 Hurricanes

Stockton has experienced 2 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $201M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Stockton has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 8, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Stockton 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, 2014.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Stockton has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 16, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Stockton has experienced 1 flood 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 $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 30, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Stockton was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 26, 2024, which caused $200M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Mar 16, 2017), causing $7.8M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Apr 25, 1982 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Stockton, GA (31649)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31649 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (8 events), hurricanes (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), flood (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31649?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Stockton, GA, with 8 events documented.

Is ZIP code 31649 (Stockton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Stockton (ZIP 31649) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $50K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 30, 2023.

Has Stockton (31649) ever been hit by a tornado?

Stockton has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 25, 1982.

What was the worst natural disaster in Stockton, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31649 was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 26, 2024. This event caused $200M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31649?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $211.5M in property damage in the Stockton, GA area (ZIP 31649). 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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