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76459 Jermyn, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Jermyn, TX (76459)

Federal records document 54 natural disaster events in the Jermyn, TX area (ZIP 76459). These include 33 hailstorms, 13 blizzards, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Jermyn is hailstorms, with 33 recorded events making up 61% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (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 $219K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 3, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 13 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (31%) 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 $528K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Jermyn has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $252K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 12, 1997.

🌊 Floods

Jermyn has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 30, 2015.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Jermyn has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 7, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Jermyn has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 3, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Jermyn was EF2 Tornado on Oct 30, 1979, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 17, 2010), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Jermyn, TX (76459)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76459 has experienced 54 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), blizzards (13 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (2 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76459?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jermyn, TX, with 33 events documented. These events have caused a combined $219K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76459 (Jermyn) prone to flooding?

Yes, Jermyn (ZIP 76459) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $250K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 30, 2015.

Has Jermyn (76459) ever been hit by a tornado?

Jermyn has 4 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 $252K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 12, 1997.

What was the worst natural disaster in Jermyn, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76459 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 30, 1979. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76459?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Jermyn, TX area (ZIP 76459). 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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