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76351 Archer City, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Archer City, TX (76351)

With 237 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 76351 in Archer City, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 207 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.9M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 108 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Archer City is hailstorms, with 207 recorded events making up 87% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 4 (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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $178K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 31, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (36%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.8M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Archer City has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $758K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 2, 2018.

🌊 Floods

Archer City has experienced 7 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $65.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 6, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Archer City 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 $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 3, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Archer City was EF4 Tornado on May 18, 1951, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 14, 1986), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Archer City, TX (76351)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76351 has experienced 237 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (207 events), tornadoes (11 events), severe wind events (9 events), floods (7 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 87% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76351?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Archer City, TX, with 207 events documented. These events have caused a combined $178K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76351 (Archer City) prone to flooding?

Yes, Archer City (ZIP 76351) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $65.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 6, 2023.

Has Archer City (76351) ever been hit by a tornado?

Archer City has 11 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $5.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 6, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Archer City, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76351 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on May 18, 1951. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76351?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.9M in property damage in the Archer City, TX area (ZIP 76351). 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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