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33493 South Bay, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: South Bay, FL (33493)

ZIP code 33493 in South Bay, FL has a relatively limited disaster record, with 9 events documented. These include 4 hailstorms, 4 tornadoes, and 1 severe wind event. Total documented property damage amounts to $510K. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 44% of all recorded events (4 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 1998.

🌪️ Tornadoes

South Bay has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $510K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 18, 2003.

💨 Severe wind events

South Bay has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 14, 1969.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for South Bay was EF1 Tornado on Dec 31, 1986, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 24, 1985), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in South Bay, FL (33493)?

Based on federal source records, ZIP code 33493 has experienced 9 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 33493?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in South Bay, FL, with 4 events documented.

Has South Bay (33493) ever been hit by a tornado?

South Bay has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $510K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 18, 2003.

What was the worst natural disaster in South Bay, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 33493 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 31, 1986. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 33493?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $510K in property damage in the South Bay, FL area (ZIP 33493). This figure is based on historical records from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present plus older wildfire source records where available. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS earthquake/wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source; some wildfire records contain older or approximate historical years. Full methodology →

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