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36502 Atmore, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Atmore, AL (36502)

Federal records document 78 natural disaster events in the Atmore, AL area (ZIP 36502). These include 38 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.6M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 18 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 38 recorded incidents (49% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $97K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 10, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (13%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 28, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Atmore has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

Atmore has experienced 7 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 11, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Atmore has experienced 6 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 23, 2020.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Atmore has experienced 3 extreme heat events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 8, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Atmore was Flash Flood on Dec 14, 2009, which caused $1.3M in property damage. Another major event was 104 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Mar 12, 2001), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Atmore, AL (36502)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 36502 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (9 events), earthquakes (7 events), floods (6 events), and extreme heat events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 36502?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Atmore, AL, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $97K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 36502 (Atmore) prone to flooding?

Yes, Atmore (ZIP 36502) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 23, 2020.

Has Atmore (36502) ever been hit by a tornado?

Atmore has 15 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 $1.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 28, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Atmore, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 36502 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Dec 14, 2009. This event caused $1.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 36502?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.6M in property damage in the Atmore, AL area (ZIP 36502). 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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