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38635 Holly Springs, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Holly Springs, MS (38635)

Federal records document 82 natural disaster events in the Holly Springs, MS area (ZIP 38635). These include 45 hailstorms, 17 tornadoes, and 7 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $14M. These events have resulted in 19 recorded deaths and 92 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (45 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 $11.4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 3, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 17 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (35%) 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 $11.5M in documented property damage. 17 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 3, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Holly Springs has experienced 7 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 $24.1K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 13, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Holly Springs has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $191K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Holly Springs has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $2.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Holly Springs has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Oct 3, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Holly Springs was EF4 Tornado on Dec 23, 2015, which caused $5M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 3, 2025), causing $2.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Sep 11, 2014 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Holly Springs, MS (38635)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38635 has experienced 82 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (45 events), tornadoes (17 events), blizzards (7 events), severe wind events (6 events), floods (5 events), and wildfires (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38635?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Holly Springs, MS, with 45 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11.4K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38635 (Holly Springs) prone to flooding?

Yes, Holly Springs (ZIP 38635) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

Has Holly Springs (38635) ever been hit by a tornado?

Holly Springs has 17 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 $11.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 3, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Holly Springs, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38635 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 23, 2015. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38635?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $14M in property damage in the Holly Springs, MS area (ZIP 38635). 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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