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78645 Jonestown, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Jonestown, TX (78645)

Jonestown, TX (ZIP 78645) has experienced 129 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 83 hailstorms, 13 extreme heat events, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $353.6M. These events have resulted in 27 recorded deaths and 66 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 64% of all recorded events (83 total). Of these, 2 (2%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $260.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 28, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 13 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. 13 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 6, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Jonestown has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $15.6M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 23, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Jonestown has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Jonestown has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $16.7M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Jonestown has experienced 5 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $58.1M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Jonestown was 3" Hail on Mar 25, 2009, which caused $160M in property damage. Another major event was 2" Hail (Mar 25, 2005), causing $100M in damages. Winter Storm on Feb 1, 2023 also caused significant damage ($55.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Jonestown, TX (78645)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78645 has experienced 129 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (83 events), extreme heat events (13 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (9 events), floods (8 events), blizzards (5 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78645?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jonestown, TX, with 83 events documented. These events have caused a combined $260.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78645 (Jonestown) prone to flooding?

Yes, Jonestown (ZIP 78645) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $16.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

Has Jonestown (78645) ever been hit by a tornado?

Jonestown has 10 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 $15.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 23, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Jonestown, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78645 was 3" Hail, which occurred on Mar 25, 2009. This event caused $160M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78645?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $353.6M in property damage in the Jonestown, TX area (ZIP 78645). 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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