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75208 Dallas, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dallas, TX (75208)

With 230 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 75208 in Dallas, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 112 hailstorms, 36 floods, and 35 extreme heat events. Total documented property damage amounts to $599M. These events have resulted in 137 recorded deaths and 2,515 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (112 total). Of these, 5 (4%) 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 $201.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 36 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (39%) 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 $351.9M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 35 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. Of these, 20 (57%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 92 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 13, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 22 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 16 (73%) 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 $20.3M in documented property damage. 12 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 2, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Dallas has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 3 (30%) 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 $9.1M in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 8, 2010.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Dallas has experienced 7 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 6 (86%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $6.3M in documented property damage. 21 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dallas was Flash Flood on Aug 22, 2022, which caused $300M in property damage. Another major event was 1.5" Hail (Jun 13, 2012), causing $200M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 22, 2022 also caused significant damage ($50M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dallas, TX (75208)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75208 has experienced 230 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (112 events), floods (36 events), extreme heat events (35 events), blizzards (22 events), tornadoes (10 events), extreme cold events (7 events), severe wind events (5 events), and earthquakes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75208?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dallas, TX, with 112 events documented. These events have caused a combined $201.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75208 (Dallas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dallas (ZIP 75208) has 36 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $351.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

Has Dallas (75208) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dallas has 10 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 $9.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 8, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dallas, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 75208 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 22, 2022. This event caused $300M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 75208?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $599M in property damage in the Dallas, TX area (ZIP 75208). 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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