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78351 Driscoll, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Driscoll, TX (78351)

Driscoll, TX (ZIP 78351) has a moderate disaster history with 20 recorded events. These include 6 severe wind events, 4 hailstorms, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1B. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

💨 Severe wind events — Primary Hazard

Severe wind events represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 30% of all recorded events (6 total). Of these, 2 (33%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 8, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Driscoll has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 18, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Driscoll 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 $160K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 29, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Driscoll has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $800K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 7, 2017.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Driscoll has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Sep 8, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Driscoll has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 1, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Driscoll was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 25, 2017, which caused $1B in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Feb 3, 2011), causing $750K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Driscoll, TX (78351)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78351 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (6 events), hailstorms (4 events), floods (3 events), blizzards (2 events), extreme heat events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), hurricane (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 30% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78351?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Driscoll, TX, with 6 events documented.

Is ZIP code 78351 (Driscoll) prone to flooding?

Yes, Driscoll (ZIP 78351) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $160K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 29, 2017.

Has Driscoll (78351) ever been hit by a tornado?

Driscoll has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 14, 1976.

What was the worst natural disaster in Driscoll, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78351 was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 25, 2017. This event caused $1B in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78351?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1B in property damage in the Driscoll, TX area (ZIP 78351). 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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