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78633 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (78633)

this area, (ZIP 78633) has experienced 159 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 124 hailstorms, 19 tornadoes, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $92.1M. These events have resulted in 33 recorded deaths and 40 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 78% of all recorded events (124 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 19 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (11%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $43.5M in documented property damage. 28 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 24, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 24, 2022.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $25.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 3 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $22.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2023.

🥶 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). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. 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 EF5 Tornado on May 27, 1997, which caused $40.1M in property damage and was linked to 27 fatalities. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 5, 2025), causing $25M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 1, 2023 also caused significant damage ($22.6M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (78633)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78633 has experienced 159 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (124 events), tornadoes (19 events), severe wind events (6 events), floods (5 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 78% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78633?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 124 events documented.

Is ZIP code 78633 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 78633) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $25.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

Has this area (78633) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 19 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $43.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 24, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78633 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on May 27, 1997. This event caused $40.1M in documented property damage. It resulted in 27 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78633?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $92.1M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 78633). 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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