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36688 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (36688)

Federal records document 60 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 36688). These include 23 hailstorms, 13 floods, and 8 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.1M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 20 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 23 recorded incidents (38% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (62%) 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 $535K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 19, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. 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 $55.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 19, 2020.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 7 extreme heat events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 7 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Sep 20, 2007.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $520K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 21, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jan 21, 2017, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 27, 2015), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (36688)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 36688 has experienced 60 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), floods (13 events), tornadoes (8 events), extreme heat events (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 36688?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 23 events documented.

Is ZIP code 36688 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 36688) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $535K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 19, 2019.

Has this area (36688) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 8 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 $55.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 19, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 36688 was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jan 21, 2017. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 36688?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.1M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 36688). 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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