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78595 Sullivan City, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sullivan City, TX (78595)

Sullivan City, TX (ZIP 78595) has a moderate disaster history with 31 recorded events. These include 11 hailstorms, 11 wildfires, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.9M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 11 recorded incidents (35% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 17, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 11 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 3, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Sullivan City has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $15.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 6, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Sullivan City has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 28, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Sullivan City 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 3, 1996.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sullivan City has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 10, 1980.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sullivan City was Flood on Jul 9, 2010, which caused $8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Oct 13, 2003), causing $7M in damages. Cold/Wind Chill on Feb 3, 1996 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sullivan City, TX (78595)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78595 has experienced 31 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), wildfires (11 events), floods (5 events), severe wind events (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78595?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sullivan City, TX, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $250K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78595 (Sullivan City) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sullivan City (ZIP 78595) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $15.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 6, 2021.

Has Sullivan City (78595) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sullivan City has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 10, 1980.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sullivan City, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78595 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 9, 2010. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78595?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.9M in property damage in the Sullivan City, TX area (ZIP 78595). 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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