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75234 Farmers Branch, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Farmers Branch, TX (75234)

Farmers Branch, TX (ZIP 75234) has experienced 195 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 68 hailstorms, 35 extreme heat events, and 27 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.6B. These events have resulted in 138 recorded deaths and 2,498 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 68 recorded incidents (35% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $17.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 24, 2023.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 35 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 18% 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.

🌊 Floods

There have been 27 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 16 (59%) 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 $39.1M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 22 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 11% 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.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (15%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $297K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 4, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (25%) 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 $1.6B in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 16, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Farmers Branch was EF3 Tornado on Oct 20, 2019, which caused $1.6B in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 24, 2015), causing $36M in damages. Heavy Snow on Feb 11, 2010 also caused significant damage ($16M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Farmers Branch, TX (75234)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75234 has experienced 195 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (68 events), extreme heat events (35 events), floods (27 events), blizzards (22 events), severe wind events (13 events), tornadoes (12 events), earthquakes (11 events), and extreme cold events (7 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75234?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Farmers Branch, TX, with 68 events documented. These events have caused a combined $17.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75234 (Farmers Branch) prone to flooding?

Yes, Farmers Branch (ZIP 75234) has 27 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $39.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

Has Farmers Branch (75234) ever been hit by a tornado?

Farmers Branch has 12 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 $1.6B. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 16, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Farmers Branch, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 75234 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 20, 2019. This event caused $1.6B in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 75234?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.6B in property damage in the Farmers Branch, TX area (ZIP 75234). 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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