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39507 Gulfport, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Gulfport, MS (39507)

Gulfport, MS (ZIP 39507) has experienced 67 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 25 hailstorms, 21 tornadoes, and 12 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $68.4M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 64 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Gulfport is hailstorms, with 25 recorded events making up 37% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 10, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 21 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (14%) 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 $58.8M in documented property damage. 6 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 14, 2022.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (67%) 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 $908K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Gulfport has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $120K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

🌀 Hurricanes

Gulfport has experienced 2 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $8.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Aug 29, 2021.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Gulfport has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 30, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Gulfport was EF3 Tornado on Oct 30, 1967, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 4 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 13, 1980), causing $25M in damages. Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 1, 2008 also caused significant damage ($6.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Gulfport, MS (39507)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 39507 has experienced 67 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (25 events), tornadoes (21 events), floods (12 events), severe wind events (6 events), hurricanes (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 39507?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gulfport, MS, with 25 events documented.

Is ZIP code 39507 (Gulfport) prone to flooding?

Yes, Gulfport (ZIP 39507) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $908K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

Has Gulfport (39507) ever been hit by a tornado?

Gulfport has 21 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 $58.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 14, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Gulfport, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 39507 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 30, 1967. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 4 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 39507?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $68.4M in property damage in the Gulfport, MS area (ZIP 39507). 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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