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38320 Camden, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Camden, TN (38320)

Federal records document 107 natural disaster events in the Camden, TN area (ZIP 38320). These include 59 hailstorms, 19 floods, and 19 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.3M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 27 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Camden is hailstorms, with 59 recorded events making up 55% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $11.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 19 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (37%) 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 $677K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 19 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (16%) 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 $6.8M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 2, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Camden has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 20, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Camden has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Camden was EF2 Tornado on Mar 22, 1991, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Oct 26, 2019), causing $2.4M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Mar 2, 2020 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Camden, TN (38320)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38320 has experienced 107 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (59 events), floods (19 events), tornadoes (19 events), blizzards (5 events), and severe wind events (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38320?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Camden, TN, with 59 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11.8K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38320 (Camden) prone to flooding?

Yes, Camden (ZIP 38320) has 19 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $677K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

Has Camden (38320) ever been hit by a tornado?

Camden has 19 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 $6.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 2, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Camden, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38320 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 22, 1991. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38320?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.3M in property damage in the Camden, TN area (ZIP 38320). 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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