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76469 Putnam, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Putnam, TX (76469)

Putnam, TX (ZIP 76469) has a moderate disaster history with 33 recorded events. These include 22 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3M. 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 67% of all recorded events (22 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 $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Putnam has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 8, 2001.

❄️ Blizzards

Putnam has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Putnam has experienced 2 extreme cold events 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 cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $206K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Putnam was EF2 Tornado on Jun 1, 1962, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was 4.2" Hail (Jun 4, 2005), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Putnam, TX (76469)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76469 has experienced 33 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (3 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76469?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Putnam, TX, with 22 events documented. These events have caused a combined $250K in property damage.

Has Putnam (76469) ever been hit by a tornado?

Putnam has 6 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 $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 8, 2001.

What was the worst natural disaster in Putnam, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76469 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 1, 1962. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76469?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3M in property damage in the Putnam, TX area (ZIP 76469). 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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