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39737 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (39737)

Government agency data shows 39 natural disaster events for ZIP 39737 in this area, . These include 13 blizzards, 12 hailstorms, and 7 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $55M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 11 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Primary Hazard

Blizzards represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 33% of all recorded events (13 total). Of these, 7 (54%) 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 Jan 15, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 12 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $181K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 9, 2017.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 7 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 $117K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 24, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $52.8M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 27, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area 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 $250K 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 this area was EF3 Tornado on Apr 21, 1984, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 5 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 21, 1984), causing $25M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Nov 26, 1973 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (39737)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 39737 has experienced 39 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (13 events), hailstorms (12 events), floods (7 events), tornadoes (6 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 33% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 39737?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 39737 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 39737) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $117K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 24, 2020.

Has this area (39737) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 6 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 $52.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 27, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 39737 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 21, 1984. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 5 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 39737?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $55M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 39737). 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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