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75241 Dallas, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dallas, TX (75241)

With 225 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 75241 in Dallas, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 117 hailstorms, 35 extreme heat events, and 22 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $562.8M. These events have resulted in 128 recorded deaths and 2,352 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 52% of all recorded events (117 total). Of these, 4 (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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 25, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 35 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 16% 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.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (38%) 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 $500.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 17 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (24%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $31.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 10, 2008.

🥶 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 $500M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Dec 13, 1984), causing $25M 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 Dallas, TX (75241)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75241 has experienced 225 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (117 events), extreme heat events (35 events), blizzards (22 events), floods (21 events), tornadoes (17 events), extreme cold events (7 events), and severe wind events (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75241?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dallas, TX, with 117 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75241 (Dallas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dallas (ZIP 75241) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $500.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

Has Dallas (75241) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dallas has 17 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $31.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 10, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dallas, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 75241 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 22, 2022. This event caused $500M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 75241?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $562.8M in property damage in the Dallas, TX area (ZIP 75241). 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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