Henderson, TN (ZIP 38340) has experienced 115 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 71 hailstorms, 19 tornadoes, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.2M. These events have resulted in 34 recorded deaths and 154 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 62% of all recorded events (71 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $77.6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.
There have been 19 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 17% 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 $7.4M in documented property damage. 34 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 27, 2024.
There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (73%) 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 $5.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 27, 2021.
Henderson has experienced 10 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 $41.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 18, 2006.
Henderson has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 27, 2021.
The most significant disaster event on record for Henderson was Flash Flood on May 1, 2010, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Mar 22, 1952), causing $2.5M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Mar 22, 1952 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38340 has experienced 115 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (71 events), tornadoes (19 events), floods (11 events), blizzards (10 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 62% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Henderson, TN, with 71 events documented. These events have caused a combined $77.6K in property damage.
Yes, Henderson (ZIP 38340) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 27, 2021.
Henderson 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 $7.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 27, 2024.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38340 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 1, 2010. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.2M in property damage in the Henderson, TN area (ZIP 38340). 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 →