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36580 Summerdale, AL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Summerdale, AL (36580)

Federal records document 60 natural disaster events in the Summerdale, AL area (ZIP 36580). These include 32 hailstorms, 18 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.7M. A total of 9 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (53% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 10, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 18 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 26, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Summerdale has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 17, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Summerdale has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $140K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 22, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Summerdale was EF2 Tornado on Nov 27, 2004, which caused $400K in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Oct 13, 2001), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Summerdale, AL (36580)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 36580 has experienced 60 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), tornadoes (18 events), severe wind events (7 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 36580?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Summerdale, AL, with 32 events documented.

Is ZIP code 36580 (Summerdale) prone to flooding?

Yes, Summerdale (ZIP 36580) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $140K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 22, 2017.

Has Summerdale (36580) ever been hit by a tornado?

Summerdale has 18 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 $1.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 26, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Summerdale, AL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 36580 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Nov 27, 2004. This event caused $400K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 36580?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.7M in property damage in the Summerdale, AL area (ZIP 36580). 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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