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38928 Glendora, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glendora, MS (38928)

Glendora, MS (ZIP 38928) has a moderate disaster history with 27 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.2M. A total of 42 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 12 recorded incidents (44% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 12, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Glendora has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 27, 2011.

❄️ Blizzards

Glendora has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 22, 1998.

🌊 Floods

Glendora has experienced 2 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $301K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 10, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Glendora has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $20K 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 Glendora was EF2 Tornado on Apr 24, 1973, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 10, 2021), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glendora, MS (38928)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 38928 has experienced 27 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), tornadoes (9 events), blizzards (2 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 38928?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glendora, MS, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.4K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 38928 (Glendora) prone to flooding?

Yes, Glendora (ZIP 38928) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $301K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 10, 2021.

Has Glendora (38928) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glendora has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 27, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glendora, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 38928 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 24, 1973. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 38928?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.2M in property damage in the Glendora, MS area (ZIP 38928). 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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