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38873 Tishomingo, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tishomingo, MS (38873)

ZIP code 38873, covering Tishomingo, MS, has 74 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 35 hailstorms, 23 tornadoes, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.3M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 24 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Tishomingo is hailstorms, with 35 recorded events making up 47% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $17.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 23 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $7.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Tishomingo has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $32.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 18, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Tishomingo has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $128K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 17, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Tishomingo has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $331K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Tishomingo has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 1, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tishomingo was EF3 Tornado on Nov 4, 1988, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Mar 24, 2020), causing $1.5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Feb 23, 2019 also caused significant damage ($1.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tishomingo, MS (38873)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38873 has experienced 74 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (23 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (5 events), severe wind events (5 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38873?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tishomingo, MS, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $17.3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38873 (Tishomingo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tishomingo (ZIP 38873) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $128K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 17, 2025.

Has Tishomingo (38873) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tishomingo has 23 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 $7.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 5, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tishomingo, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38873 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Nov 4, 1988. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38873?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.3M in property damage in the Tishomingo, MS area (ZIP 38873). 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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