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31747 Ellenton, GA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ellenton, GA (31747)

ZIP code 31747 in Ellenton, GA has a relatively limited disaster record, with 10 events documented. These include 4 hailstorms, 3 tornadoes, and 1 extreme cold event. Total documented property damage amounts to $158.3M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 40% of all recorded events (4 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 11, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ellenton has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $127.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 23, 2020.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Ellenton 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

Ellenton 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 8, 1998.

🌀 Hurricanes

Ellenton has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $150M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ellenton was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 26, 2024, which caused $150M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Mar 16, 2017), causing $7.8M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ellenton, GA (31747)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 31747 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), flood (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 31747?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ellenton, GA, with 4 events documented.

Is ZIP code 31747 (Ellenton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ellenton (ZIP 31747) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $300K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 8, 1998.

Has Ellenton (31747) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ellenton has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $127.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 23, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ellenton, GA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 31747 was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 26, 2024. This event caused $150M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 31747?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $158.3M in property damage in the Ellenton, GA area (ZIP 31747). 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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