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39741 Cedarbluff, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cedarbluff, MS (39741)

Cedarbluff, MS (ZIP 39741) has experienced 58 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 24 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 11 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.6M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 24 recorded incidents (41% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. 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 $147K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 4, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (18%) 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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 29, 2016.

❄️ Blizzards

Cedarbluff has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (70%) 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Cedarbluff 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 $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 1, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Cedarbluff has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 18, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cedarbluff was EF3 Tornado on Jan 19, 1988, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was 2.2" Hail (May 8, 2025), causing $1.8M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Apr 24, 2010 also caused significant damage ($650K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cedarbluff, MS (39741)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 39741 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (24 events), floods (11 events), tornadoes (11 events), blizzards (10 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 39741?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cedarbluff, MS, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 39741 (Cedarbluff) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cedarbluff (ZIP 39741) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $147K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 4, 2021.

Has Cedarbluff (39741) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cedarbluff has 11 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 $3.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 29, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cedarbluff, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 39741 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jan 19, 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 39741?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.6M in property damage in the Cedarbluff, MS area (ZIP 39741). 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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