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38571 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (38571)

this area, (ZIP 38571) has experienced 95 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 48 hailstorms, 21 tornadoes, and 17 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $38M. These events have resulted in 12 recorded deaths and 75 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for this area is hailstorms, with 48 recorded events making up 51% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 21 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% 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 $8.8M in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (47%) 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 $5.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $20.1M 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

this area has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $3.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 2, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Winter Storm on Feb 20, 2015, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 15, 2009), causing $4M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Apr 7, 2006 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (38571)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38571 has experienced 95 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (48 events), tornadoes (21 events), floods (17 events), blizzards (6 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38571?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 48 events documented. These events have caused a combined $30K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38571 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 38571) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2023.

Has this area (38571) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 21 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 $8.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Feb 6, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38571 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Feb 20, 2015. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38571?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $38M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 38571). 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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