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76012 Arlington, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Arlington, TX (76012)

With 290 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 76012 in Arlington, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 190 hailstorms, 27 blizzards, and 26 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $112.5M. These events have resulted in 81 recorded deaths and 815 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 66% of all recorded events (190 total). Of these, 3 (2%) 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 $54.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 3, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 27 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 20 (74%) 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 $34.2M in documented property damage. 19 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 30, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 26 recorded floods in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (35%) 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 $535K in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 29, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 18 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (61%) 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). 50 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 17, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 16 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. 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 $11.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 16, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Arlington has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $875K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 23, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Arlington was 2.5" Hail on Mar 24, 1996, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Feb 11, 2010), causing $20M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Mar 24, 1996 also caused significant damage ($15M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Arlington, TX (76012)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76012 has experienced 290 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (190 events), blizzards (27 events), floods (26 events), extreme heat events (18 events), tornadoes (16 events), severe wind events (7 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76012?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Arlington, TX, with 190 events documented. These events have caused a combined $54.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76012 (Arlington) prone to flooding?

Yes, Arlington (ZIP 76012) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $535K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 29, 2025.

Has Arlington (76012) ever been hit by a tornado?

Arlington has 16 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 $11.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 16, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Arlington, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76012 was 2.5" Hail, which occurred on Mar 24, 1996. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76012?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $112.5M in property damage in the Arlington, TX area (ZIP 76012). 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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