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76123 Fort Worth, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fort Worth, TX (76123)

With 219 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 76123 in Fort Worth, 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 $302.5M. These events have resulted in 77 recorded deaths and 790 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $251.6M 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 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (58%) 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 $3.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 29, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Fort Worth has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 23, 2008.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth was 2.5" Hail on Mar 17, 2016, which caused $150M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Mar 17, 2016), causing $50M in damages. 2.2" Hail on Mar 17, 2016 also caused significant damage ($50M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fort Worth, TX (76123)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76123 has experienced 219 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (143 events), blizzards (27 events), extreme heat events (18 events), floods (12 events), tornadoes (9 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and severe wind 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 76123?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fort Worth, TX, with 143 events documented. These events have caused a combined $251.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76123 (Fort Worth) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fort Worth (ZIP 76123) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 29, 2025.

Has Fort Worth (76123) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fort Worth has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 23, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fort Worth, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76123 was 2.5" Hail, which occurred on Mar 17, 2016. This event caused $150M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76123?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $302.5M in property damage in the Fort Worth, TX area (ZIP 76123). 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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