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76882 Talpa, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Talpa, TX (76882)

Federal records document 184 natural disaster events in the Talpa, TX area (ZIP 76882). These include 155 hailstorms, 22 tornadoes, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $23.5M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 155 recorded incidents (84% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 12 (8%) 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 22 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (23%) 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 2, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Talpa has experienced 3 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 $40K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 26, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Talpa has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 17, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Talpa 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 $16.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Talpa has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Talpa was Cold/Wind Chill on Feb 14, 2021, which caused $16.8M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Mar 8, 2001), causing $2.8M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 10, 1979 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Talpa, TX (76882)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 76882 has experienced 184 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (155 events), tornadoes (22 events), blizzards (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), 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 76882?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Talpa, TX, with 155 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 76882 (Talpa) prone to flooding?

Yes, Talpa (ZIP 76882) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $8K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2007.

Has Talpa (76882) ever been hit by a tornado?

Talpa has 22 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 $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Talpa, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 76882 was Cold/Wind Chill, which occurred on Feb 14, 2021. This event caused $16.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 76882?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $23.5M in property damage in the Talpa, TX area (ZIP 76882). 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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