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76261 Ringgold, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ringgold, TX (76261)

Federal records document 69 natural disaster events in the Ringgold, TX area (ZIP 76261). These include 58 hailstorms, 3 blizzards, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $325K. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 84% of all recorded events (58 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $67K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 19, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Ringgold has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 3, 2008.

🌊 Floods

Ringgold has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ringgold has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $13K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Ringgold has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 23, 1992.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ringgold was Flood on Apr 20, 2025, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ringgold, TX (76261)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76261 has experienced 69 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (58 events), blizzards (3 events), floods (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76261?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ringgold, TX, with 58 events documented. These events have caused a combined $67K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76261 (Ringgold) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ringgold (ZIP 76261) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $200K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 20, 2025.

Has Ringgold (76261) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ringgold has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $13K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 15, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ringgold, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76261 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 20, 2025. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76261?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $325K in property damage in the Ringgold, TX area (ZIP 76261). 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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