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76454 Gorman, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Gorman, TX (76454)

ZIP code 76454, covering Gorman, TX, has 112 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 87 hailstorms, 12 tornadoes, and 8 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.6M. A total of 20 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 78% of all recorded events (87 total). Of these, 5 (6%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 25, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $6.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 13, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Gorman has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $495K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 1, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Gorman has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Gorman 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

Gorman has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 26, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Gorman was EF2 Tornado on Oct 12, 1993, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Extreme Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 14, 2021), causing $3.8M in damages. Flood on Jun 27, 2007 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Gorman, TX (76454)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76454 has experienced 112 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (87 events), tornadoes (12 events), blizzards (8 events), floods (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 78% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76454?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gorman, TX, with 87 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76454 (Gorman) prone to flooding?

Yes, Gorman (ZIP 76454) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2007.

Has Gorman (76454) ever been hit by a tornado?

Gorman has 12 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 $6.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 13, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Gorman, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76454 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 12, 1993. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76454?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.6M in property damage in the Gorman, TX area (ZIP 76454). 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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