South Fulton, Georgia: natural disaster risk
How exposed South Fulton is to floods, storms and other hazards, from FEMA and NOAA records for Fulton County.
South Fulton is a city of 110,471 people in Fulton County, Georgia. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Fulton County relatively high for natural hazards overall, higher than most of the US. The costliest hazards there are inland flooding, earthquake and tornado, with about $235 million in expected losses a year across the county. The weather service has logged 900 storm reports in the county since 1954, including 38 tornadoes and 116 floods. NOAA hurricane records show 0 hurricanes and 11 tropical storms passing within 65 miles of the county's center. About 0.8% of homes in the county carry federal flood insurance.
Risk figures are for Fulton County. FEMA National Risk Index December 2025; NOAA Storm Events; US Census Bureau ACS 2020 to 2024. Updated November 6, 2026.
Top risks in South Fulton
Full Fulton County report ›- Check the FEMA flood map for your address, and ask the seller or landlord about past flooding.
- Price a flood policy now. Most new federal policies take 30 days to start.
- Ask whether an older house is bolted to its foundation.
- Consider separate earthquake insurance where risk is high.
- Pick a shelter spot: a basement, or an inside room on the lowest floor with no windows.
- Turn on emergency alerts on your phone and keep a weather radio.
All hazards
| Hazard | Rating | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Inland flooding | $164M | |
| Earthquake | $22M | |
| Tornado | $22M | |
| Cold wave | $8M | |
| Heat wave | $5M | |
| Hail | $4M | |
| Lightning | $4M | |
| Strong wind | $3M | |
| Ice storm | $1M | |
| Hurricane | $1M | |
| Winter weather | $171K | |
| Landslide | $75K |
Homes in South Fulton
Older homes and mobile homes usually take more damage in storms, floods and earthquakes. Ask about roof age, flood history and retrofits before you buy or rent.
Strongest tornadoes in Fulton County
Common questions about South Fulton
Is South Fulton safe from natural disasters?
South Fulton is in Fulton County, which FEMA's National Risk Index rates relatively high overall, higher than most of the US. The biggest hazards are inland flooding, earthquake, tornado. No place is free of risk, so check the flood map and insurance for any home you consider.
What natural disasters happen in South Fulton?
By expected yearly losses in Fulton County, the top hazards are inland flooding (High), earthquake (Moderate), tornado (High). Fulton County has been part of 20 federal disaster or emergency declarations for natural events.
Does South Fulton get tornadoes?
Yes. NOAA records list 38 tornadoes in Fulton County since 1950; the strongest was an F3 tornado on March 24, 1975. FEMA rates tornado risk in the county high.
Do I need flood insurance in South Fulton?
Standard home insurance does not cover floods. In Fulton County, about 0.8% of homes have federal flood insurance, and FEMA rates inland flooding risk high. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and get a quote even outside a high-risk zone.