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37396 Whiteside, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Whiteside, TN (37396)

Whiteside, TN (ZIP 37396) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 9 hailstorms, 7 blizzards, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 9 recorded incidents (30% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $470K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 10, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Whiteside 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 29, 2010.

🌊 Floods

Whiteside has experienced 6 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 25, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Whiteside has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $80K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 2, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Whiteside has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $60K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 25, 2010.

🌍 Earthquakes

Whiteside has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 5, 1994.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Whiteside was Ice Storm on Jan 22, 2000, which caused $980K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Dec 25, 2015), causing $800K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Whiteside, TN (37396)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 37396 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (7 events), floods (6 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (2 events), earthquake (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 30% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 37396?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Whiteside, TN, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $470K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 37396 (Whiteside) prone to flooding?

Yes, Whiteside (ZIP 37396) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 25, 2015.

Has Whiteside (37396) ever been hit by a tornado?

Whiteside has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $80K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 2, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Whiteside, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 37396 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 22, 2000. This event caused $980K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 37396?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3M in property damage in the Whiteside, TN area (ZIP 37396). 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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