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35124 Indian Springs, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Indian Springs, AL (35124)

Indian Springs, AL (ZIP 35124) has experienced 116 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 80 hailstorms, 16 tornadoes, and 14 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $34.5M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 111 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 80 recorded incidents (69% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 $437K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 16 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $32.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 30, 2022.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (29%) 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 $651K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 6, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Indian Springs has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $41K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 28, 2000.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Indian Springs has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 7, 1996.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Indian Springs has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 8, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Indian Springs was EF2 Tornado on Apr 27, 2011, which caused $18M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. 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 Indian Springs, AL (35124)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 35124 has experienced 116 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (80 events), tornadoes (16 events), floods (14 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), extreme heat event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 69% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 35124?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Indian Springs, AL, with 80 events documented. These events have caused a combined $437K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 35124 (Indian Springs) prone to flooding?

Yes, Indian Springs (ZIP 35124) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $651K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 6, 2021.

Has Indian Springs (35124) ever been hit by a tornado?

Indian Springs 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 $32.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 30, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Indian Springs, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 35124 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 27, 2011. This event caused $18M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 35124?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $34.5M in property damage in the Indian Springs, AL area (ZIP 35124). 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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