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35022 Zcta 35022, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Zcta 35022, AL (35022)

Zcta 35022, AL (ZIP 35022) has experienced 145 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 77 hailstorms, 32 tornadoes, and 18 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.5M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 201 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 77 recorded incidents (53% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $676K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 32 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (16%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $19.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 10, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 18 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (44%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Zcta 35022 has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $111K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2014.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Zcta 35022 has experienced 4 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 2 (50%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Heat-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 22, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Zcta 35022 has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $39K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 11, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Zcta 35022 was EF1 Tornado on Dec 10, 2023, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Mar 27, 1994), causing $5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Apr 3, 2000 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Zcta 35022, AL (35022)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 35022 has experienced 145 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (77 events), tornadoes (32 events), floods (18 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme heat events (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and earthquakes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 35022?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Zcta 35022, AL, with 77 events documented. These events have caused a combined $676K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 35022 (Zcta 35022) prone to flooding?

Yes, Zcta 35022 (ZIP 35022) has 18 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2025.

Has Zcta 35022 (35022) ever been hit by a tornado?

Zcta 35022 has 32 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $19.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 10, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Zcta 35022, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 35022 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 10, 2023. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 35022?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.5M in property damage in the Zcta 35022, AL area (ZIP 35022). 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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