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78359 Gregory, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Gregory, TX (78359)

Gregory, TX (ZIP 78359) has a moderate disaster history with 35 recorded events. These include 11 floods, 9 tornadoes, and 8 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $518.6M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 11 recorded incidents (31% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 10 (91%) 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 $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 15, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Gregory has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 16, 2012.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Gregory has experienced 8 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 1, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Gregory has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Gregory has experienced 2 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 $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 7, 2017.

🌀 Hurricanes

Gregory has experienced 1 hurricane on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hurricane-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $505M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Aug 25, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Gregory was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 25, 2017, which caused $505M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Apr 16, 2012), causing $5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Aug 9, 1980 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Gregory, TX (78359)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78359 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (11 events), tornadoes (9 events), hailstorms (8 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (2 events), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 31% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78359?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gregory, TX, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78359 (Gregory) prone to flooding?

Yes, Gregory (ZIP 78359) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 15, 2018.

Has Gregory (78359) ever been hit by a tornado?

Gregory has 9 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 $4.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 16, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Gregory, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78359 was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 25, 2017. This event caused $505M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78359?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $518.6M in property damage in the Gregory, TX area (ZIP 78359). 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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