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78059 Natalia, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Natalia, TX (78059)

Government agency data shows 50 natural disaster events for ZIP 78059 in Natalia, TX. These include 33 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.7M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 66% of all recorded events (33 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 $10.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 19, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Natalia has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Natalia has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 9, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Natalia was 2.8" Hail on Feb 10, 1998, which caused $10.1M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Mar 19, 2002), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Natalia, TX (78059)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78059 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78059?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Natalia, TX, with 33 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78059 (Natalia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Natalia (ZIP 78059) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $90K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 22, 2018.

Has Natalia (78059) ever been hit by a tornado?

Natalia has 11 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 $1.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 19, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Natalia, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78059 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on Feb 10, 1998. This event caused $10.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78059?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.7M in property damage in the Natalia, TX area (ZIP 78059). 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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