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38321 Cedar Grove, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cedar Grove, TN (38321)

ZIP code 38321, covering Cedar Grove, TN, has 67 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 29 hailstorms, 12 tornadoes, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $10M. These events have resulted in 9 recorded deaths and 29 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 29 recorded incidents (43% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $42.6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 3, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $8.2M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 30, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (18%) 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 $101K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 7, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Cedar Grove has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 7 (78%) 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 13, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Cedar Grove has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 14, 2024.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Cedar Grove has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 2 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 3, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cedar Grove was EF2 Tornado on Dec 11, 2021, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 7, 2006), causing $2M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jul 5, 2017 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cedar Grove, TN (38321)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38321 has experienced 67 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), tornadoes (12 events), blizzards (11 events), floods (9 events), extreme cold events (2 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38321?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cedar Grove, TN, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $42.6K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38321 (Cedar Grove) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cedar Grove (ZIP 38321) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 13, 2025.

Has Cedar Grove (38321) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cedar Grove has 12 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 $8.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 30, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cedar Grove, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38321 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 11, 2021. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38321?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10M in property damage in the Cedar Grove, TN area (ZIP 38321). 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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