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75904 Lufkin, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lufkin, TX (75904)

Federal records document 140 natural disaster events in the Lufkin, TX area (ZIP 75904). These include 85 hailstorms, 33 tornadoes, and 11 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $32.2M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 47 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 85 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $80K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 9, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 33 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (12%) 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 $28.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 20, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 27, 2021.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Lufkin has experienced 5 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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). 8 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 24, 2010.

🌊 Floods

Lufkin has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $445K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 17, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Lufkin has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 7, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lufkin was EF3 Tornado on Dec 23, 2009, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 6, 2003), causing $2.5M in damages. 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Feb 10, 1998 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lufkin, TX (75904)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 75904 has experienced 140 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (85 events), tornadoes (33 events), severe wind events (11 events), extreme heat events (5 events), floods (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 75904?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lufkin, TX, with 85 events documented. These events have caused a combined $80K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 75904 (Lufkin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lufkin (ZIP 75904) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $445K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 17, 2015.

Has Lufkin (75904) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lufkin has 33 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 $28.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 20, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lufkin, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 75904 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 23, 2009. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 75904?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $32.2M in property damage in the Lufkin, TX area (ZIP 75904). 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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