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76474 Sidney, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sidney, TX (76474)

Federal records document 67 natural disaster events in the Sidney, TX area (ZIP 76474). These include 53 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.1M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Sidney is hailstorms, with 53 recorded events making up 79% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (4%) 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 $142K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 12, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sidney has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (33%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $275.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 18, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Sidney has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $157K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Sidney has experienced 3 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $512K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 26, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

Sidney has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 2, 1989.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sidney was Flood on Jun 26, 2007, which caused $500K in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 12, 1982), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sidney, TX (76474)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76474 has experienced 67 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (53 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76474?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sidney, TX, with 53 events documented. These events have caused a combined $142K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76474 (Sidney) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sidney (ZIP 76474) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $512K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 26, 2016.

Has Sidney (76474) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sidney has 6 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 $275.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 18, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sidney, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76474 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 26, 2007. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76474?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.1M in property damage in the Sidney, TX area (ZIP 76474). 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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