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77973 Mcfaddin, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mcfaddin, TX (77973)

Government agency data shows 14 natural disaster events for ZIP 77973 in Mcfaddin, TX. These include 5 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $166.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 36% of all recorded events (5 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 6, 2005.

🌊 Floods

Mcfaddin has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 1, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mcfaddin has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $27.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 13, 1973.

❄️ Blizzards

Mcfaddin has experienced 1 blizzard 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 $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 24, 2014.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mcfaddin 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 $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Mcfaddin has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 21, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mcfaddin was Category 3 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 26, 2017, which caused $160M in property damage. Another major event was Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 14, 2021), causing $5.2M in damages. Flood on Aug 30, 2017 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mcfaddin, TX (77973)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 77973 has experienced 14 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (5 events), floods (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), extreme heat event (1 event), hurricane (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 36% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 77973?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mcfaddin, TX, with 5 events documented.

Is ZIP code 77973 (Mcfaddin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mcfaddin (ZIP 77973) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 1, 2021.

Has Mcfaddin (77973) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mcfaddin has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $27.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 13, 1973.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mcfaddin, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 77973 was Category 3 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 26, 2017. This event caused $160M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 77973?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $166.3M in property damage in the Mcfaddin, TX area (ZIP 77973). 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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