Lower Peach Tree, Alabama facts for kids
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Lower Peach Tree, Alabama
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 Lower Peach Tree, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Lower Peach Tree, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Wilcox |
| Elevation | 190 ft (60 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36751
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| Area code(s) | 334 |
Lower Peach Tree is a small, unincorporated community in Wilcox County, Alabama, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.
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History of Lower Peach Tree
The community got its name from a special peach tree. This tree stood near where the town was first built. The word "Lower" was added to its name. This was done to make sure people didn't confuse it with another place called "Peach Tree" in Alabama.
The 1913 Tornado
On March 21, 1913, a very strong tornado hit Lower Peach Tree. This tornado was an F4, which means it caused a lot of damage. Sadly, 27 people lost their lives during this natural disaster. The community worked hard to rebuild after the storm.
Where is Lower Peach Tree?
Lower Peach Tree is located in the state of Alabama. Its exact coordinates are 31°50′27″N 87°32′43″W / 31.84070°N 87.54527°W. The community sits at an elevation of about 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. It is part of Wilcox County.
Famous People from Lower Peach Tree
Even though Lower Peach Tree is a small community, some notable people have connections to it.
- James Crawford is a former professional basketball player. He played in the Australian National Basketball League.
- Brenda Lee Eager is a talented soul singer. She is also a performer in musical theatre. Brenda Lee Eager grew up right here in Lower Peach Tree.
