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77342 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (77342)

Government agency data shows 33 natural disaster events for ZIP 77342 in this area, . These include 23 hailstorms, 3 blizzards, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $24M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 17 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 70% of all recorded events (23 total). 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 $121K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jan 7, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

this area 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 $69K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 16, 2007.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 1, 1999.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area 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 $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

🌊 Floods

this area 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 16, 2015.

🌀 Hurricanes

this area has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $20M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to hurricanes in this area. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 12, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 12, 2008, which caused $20M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Extreme Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 15, 2021), causing $3.3M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (77342)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 77342 has experienced 33 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), blizzards (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), flood (1 event), hurricane (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 77342?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $121K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 77342 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 77342) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $100K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 16, 2015.

Has this area (77342) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 3 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 $400K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 1, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 77342 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 12, 2008. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 77342?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $24M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 77342). 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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