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32308 Tallahassee, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tallahassee, FL (32308)

Federal records document 76 natural disaster events in the Tallahassee, FL area (ZIP 32308). These include 46 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $169.5M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 61% of all recorded events (46 total). 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 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (58%) 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tallahassee has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 3, 2019.

🥶 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Tallahassee has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Tallahassee has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $700K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 21, 2025.

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 Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Sep 26, 2024), causing $14M in damages. Cold/Wind Chill on Jan 7, 2014 also caused significant damage ($1.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tallahassee, FL (32308)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 32308 has experienced 76 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (46 events), floods (12 events), tornadoes (6 events), extreme cold events (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), blizzards (2 events), hurricanes (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 32308?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tallahassee, FL, with 46 events documented. These events have caused a combined $720K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 32308 (Tallahassee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tallahassee (ZIP 32308) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 11, 2024.

Has Tallahassee (32308) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tallahassee has 6 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 $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 3, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tallahassee, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 32308 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 32308?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $169.5M in property damage in the Tallahassee, FL area (ZIP 32308). 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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