Princeton, AL (ZIP 35766) has experienced 53 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 16 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 11 extreme heat events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.8M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 95 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 30% of all recorded events (16 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $37K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 5, 2013.
There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 25% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (15%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 20, 2025.
There have been 11 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (100%) 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). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 14, 2016.
Princeton has experienced 8 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2002.
Princeton has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $27K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 9, 2024.
Princeton 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.
The most significant disaster event on record for Princeton was EF3 Tornado on Apr 3, 1974, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 23, 1998), causing $1.5M in damages. Cold/Wind Chill on Mar 7, 1996 also caused significant damage ($1M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 35766 has experienced 53 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (16 events), tornadoes (13 events), extreme heat events (11 events), blizzards (8 events), severe wind events (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 30% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Princeton, AL, with 16 events documented. These events have caused a combined $37K in property damage.
Yes, Princeton (ZIP 35766) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $30K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 23, 2012.
Princeton has 13 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 $3.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 20, 2025.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 35766 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 3, 1974. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.8M in property damage in the Princeton, AL area (ZIP 35766). 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 →