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35773 Toney, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Toney, AL (35773)

Federal records document 169 natural disaster events in the Toney, AL area (ZIP 35773). These include 103 hailstorms, 24 tornadoes, and 11 extreme heat events. Total documented property damage amounts to $7M. These events have resulted in 26 recorded deaths and 327 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 103 recorded incidents (61% 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $137K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 24 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (21%) 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 $4.2M in documented property damage. 24 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 1, 2023.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 11 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 7% 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.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Dec 28, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Toney has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $104K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 19, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Toney 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Toney was EF2 Tornado on Mar 11, 1963, 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Toney, AL (35773)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 35773 has experienced 169 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (103 events), tornadoes (24 events), extreme heat events (11 events), severe wind events (11 events), floods (10 events), blizzards (8 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 35773?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Toney, AL, with 103 events documented. These events have caused a combined $137K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 35773 (Toney) prone to flooding?

Yes, Toney (ZIP 35773) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $104K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 19, 2021.

Has Toney (35773) ever been hit by a tornado?

Toney has 24 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 $4.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 1, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Toney, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 35773 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 11, 1963. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 35773?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7M in property damage in the Toney, AL area (ZIP 35773). 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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