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33884 Cypress Gardens, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cypress Gardens, FL (33884)

ZIP code 33884, covering Cypress Gardens, FL, has 58 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 29 hailstorms, 16 tornadoes, and 5 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $995.8M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 69 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (29 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $24.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 13, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 16 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $32.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 24, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Cypress Gardens has experienced 5 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 4 (80%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $25.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 15, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Cypress Gardens has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $749.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 13, 2004.

🌊 Floods

Cypress Gardens has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 6, 2008.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Cypress Gardens has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Oct 8, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cypress Gardens was 78 mph High Wind on Aug 13, 2004, which caused $749M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Sep 10, 2017), causing $162.5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on May 8, 1979 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cypress Gardens, FL (33884)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 33884 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), tornadoes (16 events), extreme cold events (5 events), severe wind events (4 events), floods (2 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 33884?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cypress Gardens, FL, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $24.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 33884 (Cypress Gardens) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cypress Gardens (ZIP 33884) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 6, 2008.

Has Cypress Gardens (33884) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cypress Gardens has 16 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 $32.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 24, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cypress Gardens, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 33884 was 78 mph High Wind, which occurred on Aug 13, 2004. This event caused $749M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 33884?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $995.8M in property damage in the Cypress Gardens, FL area (ZIP 33884). 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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