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75270 Dallas, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dallas, TX (75270)

Dallas, TX (ZIP 75270) has experienced 182 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 84 hailstorms, 35 extreme heat events, and 26 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $585.8M. These events have resulted in 137 recorded deaths and 2,501 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 84 recorded incidents (46% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 3 (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 $200.9M 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 19% 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 26 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (46%) 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 $351.7M in documented property damage. 2 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 12% 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.

🥶 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Dallas has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $6.5M in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 8, 2010.

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 (75270)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75270 has experienced 182 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (84 events), extreme heat events (35 events), floods (26 events), blizzards (22 events), extreme cold events (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75270?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dallas, TX, with 84 events documented. These events have caused a combined $200.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75270 (Dallas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dallas (ZIP 75270) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $351.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

Has Dallas (75270) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dallas has 5 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 $6.5M. 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 75270 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 75270?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $585.8M in property damage in the Dallas, TX area (ZIP 75270). 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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