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38625 Dumas, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dumas, MS (38625)

Dumas, MS (ZIP 38625) has a moderate disaster history with 29 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 6 blizzards, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.1M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Dumas is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $750 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Dumas has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $24.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 18, 2006.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Dumas has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (33%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $830K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 24, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Dumas has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 2, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Dumas has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $16K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dumas was Flash Flood on May 2, 2010, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 2, 2010), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dumas, MS (38625)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38625 has experienced 29 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), blizzards (6 events), tornadoes (6 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38625?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dumas, MS, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $750 in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38625 (Dumas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dumas (ZIP 38625) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 2, 2010.

Has Dumas (38625) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dumas has 6 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 $830K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 24, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dumas, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38625 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 2, 2010. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38625?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.1M in property damage in the Dumas, MS area (ZIP 38625). 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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