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76015 Arlington, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Arlington, TX (76015)

With 221 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 76015 in Arlington, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 143 hailstorms, 27 blizzards, and 18 extreme heat events. Total documented property damage amounts to $559.7M. These events have resulted in 82 recorded deaths and 815 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 65% of all recorded events (143 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 1, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 27 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 12% 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.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 18 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 8% 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.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (41%) 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 $500.3M in documented property damage. 6 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 22, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 5% 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 $10.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 24, 2020.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Arlington has experienced 5 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $11M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 30, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Arlington was Flood on Aug 22, 2022, which caused $500M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Feb 11, 2010), causing $20M in damages. Extreme Cold/Wind Chill on Feb 14, 2021 also caused significant damage ($11M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Arlington, TX (76015)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76015 has experienced 221 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (143 events), blizzards (27 events), extreme heat events (18 events), floods (17 events), tornadoes (11 events), and extreme cold events (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76015?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Arlington, TX, with 143 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76015 (Arlington) prone to flooding?

Yes, Arlington (ZIP 76015) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $500.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 22, 2022.

Has Arlington (76015) ever been hit by a tornado?

Arlington has 11 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 $10.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 24, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Arlington, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76015 was 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 76015?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $559.7M in property damage in the Arlington, TX area (ZIP 76015). 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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