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37187 White Bluff, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: White Bluff, TN (37187)

ZIP code 37187, covering White Bluff, TN, has 66 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 30 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 10 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.6M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 45% of all recorded events (30 total). 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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) 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 $573.6K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 28, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

White Bluff has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $537K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

White Bluff has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 9, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

White Bluff has experienced 5 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 8, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for White Bluff was EF2 Tornado on Dec 9, 2023, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Dec 11, 2021), causing $1.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Apr 7, 2006 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in White Bluff, TN (37187)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37187 has experienced 66 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), floods (12 events), severe wind events (10 events), tornadoes (9 events), and blizzards (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 37187?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in White Bluff, TN, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 37187 (White Bluff) prone to flooding?

Yes, White Bluff (ZIP 37187) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $573.6K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 28, 2021.

Has White Bluff (37187) ever been hit by a tornado?

White Bluff has 9 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 $5.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 9, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in White Bluff, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37187 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 9, 2023. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 37187?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.6M in property damage in the White Bluff, TN area (ZIP 37187). 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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