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76627 Blum, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Blum, TX (76627)

Federal records document 144 natural disaster events in the Blum, TX area (ZIP 76627). These include 104 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.4M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 20 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 104 recorded incidents (72% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 3 (3%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 26, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Blum has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 3, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Blum has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $643K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 27, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Blum has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 6 (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 $720K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 31, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Blum 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 $575K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Blum was EF2 Tornado on Dec 29, 2006, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 8, 2010), causing $1M in damages. 3" Hail on May 3, 2021 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Blum, TX (76627)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76627 has experienced 144 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (104 events), floods (11 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (9 events), blizzards (8 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76627?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Blum, TX, with 104 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76627 (Blum) prone to flooding?

Yes, Blum (ZIP 76627) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 26, 2024.

Has Blum (76627) ever been hit by a tornado?

Blum has 10 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 $3.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 3, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Blum, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76627 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 29, 2006. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76627?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.4M in property damage in the Blum, TX area (ZIP 76627). 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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