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32303 Tallahassee, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tallahassee, FL (32303)

ZIP code 32303, covering Tallahassee, FL, has 90 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 47 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 12 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $266.9M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 47 recorded incidents (52% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $720K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (64%) 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 $4.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $95.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 10, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Tallahassee has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $595K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Tallahassee has experienced 4 extreme cold events 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 24, 2022.

🔥 Wildfires

Tallahassee has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Nov 1, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tallahassee was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Oct 10, 2018, which caused $150M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 10, 2024), causing $92M in damages. Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 26, 2024 also caused significant damage ($14M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tallahassee, FL (32303)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 32303 has experienced 90 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (47 events), floods (14 events), tornadoes (12 events), severe wind events (5 events), extreme cold events (4 events), wildfires (3 events), blizzards (2 events), hurricanes (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 32303?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tallahassee, FL, with 47 events documented. These events have caused a combined $720K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 32303 (Tallahassee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tallahassee (ZIP 32303) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

Has Tallahassee (32303) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tallahassee has 12 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 $95.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 10, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tallahassee, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 32303 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Oct 10, 2018. This event caused $150M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 32303?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $266.9M in property damage in the Tallahassee, FL area (ZIP 32303). 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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