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76842 Fredonia, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fredonia, TX (76842)

Fredonia, TX (ZIP 76842) has experienced 111 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 94 hailstorms, 6 severe wind events, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.1M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 85% of all recorded events (94 total). 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 $804K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 17, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Fredonia has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 27, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Fredonia has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $550K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 8, 2016.

🌊 Floods

Fredonia has experienced 4 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $8.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 17, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Fredonia has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 7, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fredonia was Flood on Oct 17, 2018, which caused $8.5M in property damage. Another major event was 4.2" Hail (Jun 3, 2003), causing $800K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fredonia, TX (76842)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76842 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (94 events), severe wind events (6 events), tornadoes (5 events), floods (4 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 85% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76842?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fredonia, TX, with 94 events documented. These events have caused a combined $804K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76842 (Fredonia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fredonia (ZIP 76842) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 17, 2018.

Has Fredonia (76842) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fredonia has 5 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 $550K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 8, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fredonia, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76842 was Flood, which occurred on Oct 17, 2018. This event caused $8.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76842?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.1M in property damage in the Fredonia, TX area (ZIP 76842). 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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