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37095 Gassaway, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Gassaway, TN (37095)

Gassaway, TN (ZIP 37095) has experienced 74 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 36 hailstorms, 20 tornadoes, and 10 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $32.2M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 33 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Gassaway is hailstorms, with 36 recorded events making up 49% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 20 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (15%) 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 $5M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Gassaway has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 5 (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 $25.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Gassaway has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $165K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 1, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Gassaway has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $454K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Gassaway was Flood on Aug 18, 2010, which caused $25.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Jan 24, 1997), causing $1M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Jun 9, 1998 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Gassaway, TN (37095)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37095 has experienced 74 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (36 events), tornadoes (20 events), floods (10 events), severe wind events (5 events), and blizzards (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 37095?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gassaway, TN, with 36 events documented. These events have caused a combined $850K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 37095 (Gassaway) prone to flooding?

Yes, Gassaway (ZIP 37095) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $25.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

Has Gassaway (37095) ever been hit by a tornado?

Gassaway has 20 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 $5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 6, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Gassaway, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37095 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 18, 2010. This event caused $25.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 37095?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $32.2M in property damage in the Gassaway, TN area (ZIP 37095). 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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