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76268 Southmayd, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Southmayd, TX (76268)

Government agency data shows 38 natural disaster events for ZIP 76268 in Southmayd, TX. These include 16 hailstorms, 14 blizzards, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 70 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Southmayd is hailstorms, with 16 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 28, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 14 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 37% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (79%) 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 $8.4M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 9, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Southmayd has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. 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 $27.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 11, 1979.

🌊 Floods

Southmayd has experienced 2 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Southmayd has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Southmayd has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 20, 1984.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Southmayd was Winter Storm on Dec 5, 2013, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Extreme Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 14, 2021), causing $3.8M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Southmayd, TX (76268)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76268 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (16 events), blizzards (14 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76268?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Southmayd, TX, with 16 events documented. These events have caused a combined $20K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76268 (Southmayd) prone to flooding?

Yes, Southmayd (ZIP 76268) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $110K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

Has Southmayd (76268) ever been hit by a tornado?

Southmayd has 4 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 $27.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 11, 1979.

What was the worst natural disaster in Southmayd, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76268 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Dec 5, 2013. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76268?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.4M in property damage in the Southmayd, TX area (ZIP 76268). 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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