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38472 Lynnville, TN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lynnville, TN (38472)

Lynnville, TN (ZIP 38472) has a moderate disaster history with 41 recorded events. These include 16 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 9 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 13 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 39% of all recorded events (16 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (27%) 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 $6.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 1, 2009.

🌊 Floods

Lynnville has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 5 (56%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $243K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Lynnville has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $65K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 30, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Lynnville has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 29, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lynnville was EF3 Tornado on Apr 16, 1998, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 11, 2008), causing $1M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Apr 16, 1998 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lynnville, TN (38472)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38472 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (16 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (9 events), severe wind events (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 39% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38472?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lynnville, TN, with 16 events documented.

Is ZIP code 38472 (Lynnville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lynnville (ZIP 38472) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $243K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

Has Lynnville (38472) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lynnville has 11 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 $6.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 1, 2009.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lynnville, TN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38472 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 16, 1998. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38472?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7M in property damage in the Lynnville, TN area (ZIP 38472). 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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