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38745 Grace, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Grace, MS (38745)

Government agency data shows 50 natural disaster events for ZIP 38745 in Grace, MS. These include 15 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 13 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.1M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 130 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Grace is hailstorms, with 15 recorded events making up 30% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 13, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (13%) 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 $27.5M in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 23, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 13 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (85%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 14, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Grace 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 $13.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 8, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Grace has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 1, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Grace has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $120K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 3, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Grace was EF5 Tornado on Feb 21, 1971, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 9 fatalities. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 3, 2008), causing $6.5M in damages. Flood on May 5, 2011 also caused significant damage ($5.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Grace, MS (38745)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38745 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (15 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (13 events), floods (5 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 30% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38745?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Grace, MS, with 15 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38745 (Grace) prone to flooding?

Yes, Grace (ZIP 38745) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $13.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 8, 2017.

Has Grace (38745) ever been hit by a tornado?

Grace has 15 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 $27.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 23, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Grace, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38745 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on Feb 21, 1971. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 9 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38745?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.1M in property damage in the Grace, MS area (ZIP 38745). 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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