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36549 Lillian, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lillian, AL (36549)

Government agency data shows 29 natural disaster events for ZIP 36549 in Lillian, AL. These include 12 tornadoes, 11 hailstorms, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $151.3M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

🌪️ Tornadoes — Primary Hazard

Tornadoes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 41% of all recorded events (12 total). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 10, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $13K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 26, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Lillian has experienced 4 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $150.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 15, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Lillian has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lillian was Flash Flood on Apr 29, 2014, which caused $150M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 15, 2021), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lillian, AL (36549)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 36549 has experienced 29 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include tornadoes (12 events), hailstorms (11 events), floods (4 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is tornadoes, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 36549?

Tornadoes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lillian, AL, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 36549 (Lillian) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lillian (ZIP 36549) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $150.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 15, 2021.

Has Lillian (36549) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lillian has 12 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 $1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 10, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lillian, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 36549 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Apr 29, 2014. This event caused $150M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 36549?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $151.3M in property damage in the Lillian, AL area (ZIP 36549). 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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