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39772 Weir, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Weir, MS (39772)

Federal records document 94 natural disaster events in the Weir, MS area (ZIP 39772). These include 38 hailstorms, 22 floods, and 17 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $136.6M. These events have resulted in 9 recorded deaths and 77 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 40% of all recorded events (38 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $582K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 5, 2022.

🌊 Floods

There have been 22 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (41%) 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 $4.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 12, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 17 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (24%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $128.9M in documented property damage. 8 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 29, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 13 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (69%) 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.

🔥 Wildfires

Weir has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Nov 22, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Weir 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 Weir was EF3 Tornado on Apr 24, 2010, which caused $96M in property damage and was linked to 5 fatalities. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Nov 22, 1992), causing $25M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jan 10, 2008 also caused significant damage ($4.7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Weir, MS (39772)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 39772 has experienced 94 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), floods (22 events), tornadoes (17 events), blizzards (13 events), wildfires (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 39772?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Weir, MS, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $582K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 39772 (Weir) prone to flooding?

Yes, Weir (ZIP 39772) has 22 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 12, 2025.

Has Weir (39772) ever been hit by a tornado?

Weir has 17 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $128.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 29, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Weir, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 39772 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 24, 2010. This event caused $96M 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 39772?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $136.6M in property damage in the Weir, MS area (ZIP 39772). 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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