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78949 Muldoon, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Muldoon, TX (78949)

Government agency data shows 43 natural disaster events for ZIP 78949 in Muldoon, TX. These include 33 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 1 blizzard. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 77% of all recorded events (33 total). Of these, 2 (6%) 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 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Muldoon has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 18, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Muldoon has experienced 1 blizzard on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 13, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Muldoon has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 17, 1998.

💨 Severe wind events

Muldoon has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 25, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Muldoon was EF2 Tornado on May 3, 2019, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Oct 17, 1998), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Muldoon, TX (78949)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78949 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), tornadoes (7 events), blizzard (1 event), flood (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 77% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78949?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Muldoon, TX, with 33 events documented.

Is ZIP code 78949 (Muldoon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Muldoon (ZIP 78949) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $300K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 17, 1998.

Has Muldoon (78949) ever been hit by a tornado?

Muldoon has 7 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 $4.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 18, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Muldoon, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78949 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 3, 2019. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78949?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.7M in property damage in the Muldoon, TX area (ZIP 78949). 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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