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77464 Orchard, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Orchard, TX (77464)

Orchard, TX (ZIP 77464) has a moderate disaster history with 12 recorded events. These include 6 hailstorms, 2 extreme heat events, and 1 blizzard. Total documented property damage amounts to $401.7M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 6 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $24K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 19, 2015.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Orchard has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 14, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Orchard has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 16, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Orchard 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Orchard 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 $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 12, 2012.

🌀 Hurricanes

Orchard has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $400M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have 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 Orchard was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 12, 2008, which caused $400M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 15, 2021), causing $1.6M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Orchard, TX (77464)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 77464 has experienced 12 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (6 events), extreme heat events (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), flood (1 event), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 77464?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Orchard, TX, with 6 events documented. These events have caused a combined $24K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 77464 (Orchard) prone to flooding?

Yes, Orchard (ZIP 77464) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $50K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 12, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Orchard, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 77464 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 12, 2008. This event caused $400M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 77464?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $401.7M in property damage in the Orchard, TX area (ZIP 77464). 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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