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76065 Midlothian, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Midlothian, TX (76065)

Midlothian, TX (ZIP 76065) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 316 natural disaster events on record. These include 239 hailstorms, 29 floods, and 18 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $461.5M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 83 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 239 recorded incidents (76% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 10 (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 $6.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 29 recorded floods in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 16 (55%) 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 $2.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 18 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (11%) 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 $449M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 20, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 8, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Midlothian has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 23, 2015.

🌍 Earthquakes

Midlothian has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 1, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Midlothian was EF2 Tornado on Apr 3, 2012, which caused $400M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 3, 1979), causing $25M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Oct 20, 2019 also caused significant damage ($10M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Midlothian, TX (76065)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76065 has experienced 316 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (239 events), floods (29 events), tornadoes (18 events), severe wind events (15 events), blizzards (8 events), earthquakes (4 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76065?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Midlothian, TX, with 239 events documented. These events have caused a combined $6.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76065 (Midlothian) prone to flooding?

Yes, Midlothian (ZIP 76065) has 29 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

Has Midlothian (76065) ever been hit by a tornado?

Midlothian has 18 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 $449M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 20, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Midlothian, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76065 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 3, 2012. This event caused $400M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76065?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $461.5M in property damage in the Midlothian, TX area (ZIP 76065). 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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