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37064 Franklin, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Franklin, TN (37064)

ZIP code 37064, covering Franklin, TN, has 184 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 131 hailstorms, 25 floods, and 14 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $241.9M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 133 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 71% of all recorded events (131 total). Of these, 3 (2%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 7, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 25 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (40%) 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 $2.7M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (36%) 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 $238.5M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 1, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Franklin has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $361K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 19, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Franklin has experienced 6 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $164K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Franklin was EF4 Tornado on Apr 10, 2009, which caused $100M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 16, 1998), causing $100M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Dec 24, 1988 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Franklin, TN (37064)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37064 has experienced 184 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (131 events), floods (25 events), tornadoes (14 events), severe wind events (8 events), and blizzards (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 37064?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Franklin, TN, with 131 events documented. These events have caused a combined $100K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 37064 (Franklin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Franklin (ZIP 37064) has 25 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

Has Franklin (37064) ever been hit by a tornado?

Franklin has 14 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 $238.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 1, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Franklin, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37064 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 10, 2009. This event caused $100M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 37064?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $241.9M in property damage in the Franklin, TN area (ZIP 37064). 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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