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77662 Vidor, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Vidor, TX (77662)

Federal records document 141 natural disaster events in the Vidor, TX area (ZIP 77662). These include 67 hailstorms, 37 floods, and 25 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.3B. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 42 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 67 recorded incidents (48% 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 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 29, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 37 recorded floods in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (32%) 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 $7.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 25 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $26.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 24, 2023.

🌀 Hurricanes

Vidor has experienced 4 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $1.2B in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to hurricanes in this area. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Oct 9, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Vidor has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 10, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Vidor 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Vidor was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 26, 2020, which caused $1.1B in property damage. Another major event was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Sep 12, 2008), causing $75M in damages. Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Oct 9, 2020 also caused significant damage ($30M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Vidor, TX (77662)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 77662 has experienced 141 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (67 events), floods (37 events), tornadoes (25 events), hurricanes (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 77662?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Vidor, TX, with 67 events documented.

Is ZIP code 77662 (Vidor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Vidor (ZIP 77662) has 37 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 16, 2025.

Has Vidor (77662) ever been hit by a tornado?

Vidor has 25 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 $26.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 24, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Vidor, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 77662 was Category 2 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 26, 2020. This event caused $1.1B in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 77662?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.3B in property damage in the Vidor, TX area (ZIP 77662). 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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