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77058 Houston, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Houston, TX (77058)

Houston, TX (ZIP 77058) has experienced 71 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 32 hailstorms, 19 tornadoes, and 14 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $11B. These events have resulted in 56 recorded deaths and 13 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (45% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $60K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 31, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 19 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $15.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 29, 2017.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 20% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (57%) 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 $10B in documented property damage. 46 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 9, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Houston has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 17, 2015.

🌀 Hurricanes

Houston has experienced 2 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $1B in documented property damage. 8 fatalities have been attributed to hurricanes in this area. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 12, 2008.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Houston has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 6, 2000.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Houston was Flash Flood on Aug 26, 2017, which caused $10B in property damage and was linked to 38 fatalities. Another major event was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Sep 12, 2008), causing $1B in damages. Flash Flood on May 25, 2015 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Houston, TX (77058)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 77058 has experienced 71 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), tornadoes (19 events), floods (14 events), severe wind events (3 events), hurricanes (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 77058?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Houston, TX, with 32 events documented. These events have caused a combined $60K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 77058 (Houston) prone to flooding?

Yes, Houston (ZIP 77058) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10B in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 9, 2019.

Has Houston (77058) ever been hit by a tornado?

Houston has 19 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 $15.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 29, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Houston, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 77058 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 26, 2017. This event caused $10B in documented property damage. It resulted in 38 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 77058?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11B in property damage in the Houston, TX area (ZIP 77058). 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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