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75020 Denison, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Denison, TX (75020)

ZIP code 75020, covering Denison, TX, has 172 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 114 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 14 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $20.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 108 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 114 recorded incidents (66% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 3 (3%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $288K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 23, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (50%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 30, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 14 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (79%) 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 $8.4M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 9, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $356K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 26, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (31%) 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 $4.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 8, 2010.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Denison 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 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Denison was Winter Storm on Dec 5, 2013, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Extreme Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 14, 2021), causing $3.8M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 6, 1955 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Denison, TX (75020)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75020 has experienced 172 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (114 events), floods (16 events), blizzards (14 events), severe wind events (14 events), tornadoes (13 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75020?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Denison, TX, with 114 events documented. These events have caused a combined $288K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75020 (Denison) prone to flooding?

Yes, Denison (ZIP 75020) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 30, 2025.

Has Denison (75020) ever been hit by a tornado?

Denison has 13 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 $4.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 8, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Denison, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 75020 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Dec 5, 2013. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 75020?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $20.5M in property damage in the Denison, TX area (ZIP 75020). 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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