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37137 Nunnelly, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Nunnelly, TN (37137)

Nunnelly, TN (ZIP 37137) has experienced 80 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 42 hailstorms, 17 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.8M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 14 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Nunnelly is hailstorms, with 42 recorded events making up 53% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (41%) 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 $7.7M 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

Nunnelly has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.8M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 11, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Nunnelly has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (29%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $89K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 14, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Nunnelly has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $155K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 1, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Nunnelly was Flood on May 2, 2010, which caused $3.6M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 1, 2010), causing $2.2M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Dec 11, 2021 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Nunnelly, TN (37137)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37137 has experienced 80 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (42 events), floods (17 events), tornadoes (10 events), blizzards (7 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 37137?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Nunnelly, TN, with 42 events documented.

Is ZIP code 37137 (Nunnelly) prone to flooding?

Yes, Nunnelly (ZIP 37137) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

Has Nunnelly (37137) ever been hit by a tornado?

Nunnelly has 10 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 $3.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 11, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Nunnelly, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37137 was Flood, which occurred on May 2, 2010. This event caused $3.6M 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 37137?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.8M in property damage in the Nunnelly, TN area (ZIP 37137). 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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