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78026 Jourdanton, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Jourdanton, TX (78026)

ZIP code 78026, covering Jourdanton, TX, has 75 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 61 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 4 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $542K. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (61 total). Of these, 3 (5%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $102K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 25, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Jourdanton has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $305K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 11, 1992.

🌍 Earthquakes

Jourdanton has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 1, 2018.

🌊 Floods

Jourdanton 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 7, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Jourdanton has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 15, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Jourdanton was EF1 Tornado on May 15, 1980, which caused $250K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Jourdanton, TX (78026)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78026 has experienced 75 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (61 events), tornadoes (7 events), earthquakes (4 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78026?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jourdanton, TX, with 61 events documented. These events have caused a combined $102K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78026 (Jourdanton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Jourdanton (ZIP 78026) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $125K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 7, 2019.

Has Jourdanton (78026) ever been hit by a tornado?

Jourdanton has 7 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 $305K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 11, 1992.

What was the worst natural disaster in Jourdanton, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78026 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on May 15, 1980. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78026?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $542K in property damage in the Jourdanton, TX area (ZIP 78026). 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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