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38390 Yuma, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Yuma, TN (38390)

Government agency data shows 41 natural disaster events for ZIP 38390 in Yuma, TN. These include 14 hailstorms, 11 blizzards, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.6M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 11 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 14 recorded incidents (34% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $11.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 27% 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

Yuma has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 6 (100%) 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 $5.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Yuma has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 7, 2006.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Yuma 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

Yuma 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 Yuma was Flash Flood on May 1, 2010, which caused $4.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 7, 2006), causing $2M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Yuma, TN (38390)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38390 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (11 events), floods (6 events), tornadoes (4 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 34% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38390?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Yuma, TN, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38390 (Yuma) prone to flooding?

Yes, Yuma (ZIP 38390) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 27, 2021.

Has Yuma (38390) ever been hit by a tornado?

Yuma has 4 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 $2.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 7, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in Yuma, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38390 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 1, 2010. This event caused $4.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38390?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.6M in property damage in the Yuma, TN area (ZIP 38390). 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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