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38923 Coila, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Coila, MS (38923)

Federal records document 64 natural disaster events in the Coila, MS area (ZIP 38923). These include 24 hailstorms, 15 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.8M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 38% of all recorded events (24 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 23, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (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 $879K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 21, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Coila has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 $13.3M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 18, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Coila has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 8 (89%) 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 $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Coila has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $625K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 27, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Coila has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $330K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 1, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Coila was EF3 Tornado on Mar 24, 2023, which caused $9.4M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was 2.8" Hail (Apr 7, 2006), causing $5.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Feb 24, 2001 also caused significant damage ($2.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Coila, MS (38923)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38923 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (24 events), floods (15 events), tornadoes (10 events), blizzards (9 events), severe wind events (5 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38923?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Coila, MS, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38923 (Coila) prone to flooding?

Yes, Coila (ZIP 38923) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $879K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 21, 2019.

Has Coila (38923) ever been hit by a tornado?

Coila has 10 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 $13.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 18, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Coila, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38923 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 24, 2023. This event caused $9.4M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38923?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.8M in property damage in the Coila, MS area (ZIP 38923). 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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