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78044 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (78044)

Government agency data shows 25 natural disaster events for ZIP 78044 in this area, . These include 12 hailstorms, 9 extreme heat events, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2M. These events have resulted in 15 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 48% of all recorded events (12 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 $395K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 13, 2024.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 9 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 3 (33%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 12 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Sep 2, 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 15, 2024.

🥶 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Cold/Wind Chill on Feb 14, 2021, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was 3.2" Hail (May 17, 2016), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (78044)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78044 has experienced 25 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), extreme heat events (9 events), blizzards (3 events), and extreme cold 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 78044?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $395K in property damage.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78044 was Cold/Wind Chill, which occurred on Feb 14, 2021. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78044?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 78044). 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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