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76137 Fort Worth, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fort Worth, TX (76137)

Fort Worth, TX (ZIP 76137) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 386 natural disaster events on record. These include 276 hailstorms, 27 blizzards, and 26 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $822.8M. These events have resulted in 82 recorded deaths and 879 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 276 recorded incidents (72% 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 $734.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to hailstorms in this area. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 27 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 7% 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 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (42%) 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 $31.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 20 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 4, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 18 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 5% 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 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 4% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (14%) 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 $8.9M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 13, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fort Worth was 1.8" Hail on Mar 24, 2021, which caused $58M in property damage. Another major event was 3" Hail (Mar 24, 2021), causing $58M in damages. 3" Hail on Mar 24, 2021 also caused significant damage ($58M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fort Worth, TX (76137)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76137 has experienced 386 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (276 events), blizzards (27 events), floods (26 events), severe wind events (20 events), extreme heat events (18 events), tornadoes (14 events), and extreme cold events (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76137?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fort Worth, TX, with 276 events documented. These events have caused a combined $734.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76137 (Fort Worth) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fort Worth (ZIP 76137) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $31.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 20, 2025.

Has Fort Worth (76137) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fort Worth has 14 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 $8.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 13, 2022.

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

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76137 was 1.8" Hail, which occurred on Mar 24, 2021. This event caused $58M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76137?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $822.8M in property damage in the Fort Worth, TX area (ZIP 76137). 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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