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76866 Paint Rock, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Paint Rock, TX (76866)

Paint Rock, TX (ZIP 76866) has experienced 107 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 90 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.7M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 84% of all recorded events (90 total). Of these, 5 (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 $117K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Paint Rock has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (29%) 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 $6.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Paint Rock has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 7, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Paint Rock has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 7, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Paint Rock has experienced 1 flood 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 $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 29, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Paint Rock was EF3 Tornado on May 18, 2019, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 14, 1995), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Paint Rock, TX (76866)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76866 has experienced 107 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (90 events), tornadoes (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), blizzards (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 76866?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Paint Rock, TX, with 90 events documented. These events have caused a combined $117K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76866 (Paint Rock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Paint Rock (ZIP 76866) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $150K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 29, 2012.

Has Paint Rock (76866) ever been hit by a tornado?

Paint Rock has 7 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 $6.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Paint Rock, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76866 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on May 18, 2019. This event caused $6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76866?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.7M in property damage in the Paint Rock, TX area (ZIP 76866). 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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