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31738 Coolidge, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Coolidge, GA (31738)

Coolidge, GA (ZIP 31738) has a moderate disaster history with 27 recorded events. These include 14 tornadoes, 7 hailstorms, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $117.5M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 18 injuries.

🌪️ Tornadoes — Primary Hazard

Tornadoes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 52% of all recorded events (14 total). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 7, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Coolidge has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 9, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Coolidge has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $340K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 23, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Coolidge 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.

🌀 Hurricanes

Coolidge has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $105M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Coolidge was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 26, 2024, which caused $105M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Mar 16, 2017), causing $7.8M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Oct 1, 1989 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Coolidge, GA (31738)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31738 has experienced 27 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include tornadoes (14 events), hailstorms (7 events), floods (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is tornadoes, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31738?

Tornadoes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Coolidge, GA, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 31738 (Coolidge) prone to flooding?

Yes, Coolidge (ZIP 31738) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $340K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 23, 2021.

Has Coolidge (31738) ever been hit by a tornado?

Coolidge has 14 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 $4.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 7, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Coolidge, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31738 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 26, 2024. This event caused $105M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31738?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $117.5M in property damage in the Coolidge, GA area (ZIP 31738). 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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