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78954 Round Top, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Round Top, TX (78954)

Government agency data shows 21 natural disaster events for ZIP 78954 in Round Top, TX. These include 12 hailstorms, 3 floods, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.6M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Round Top is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 57% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 11, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Round Top has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $10.3M in documented property damage. 6 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 26, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Round Top has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 23, 2002.

💨 Severe wind events

Round Top has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 10, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Round Top 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Round Top was Flash Flood on May 26, 2016, which caused $10M in property damage and was linked to 5 fatalities. 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 Round Top, TX (78954)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78954 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), floods (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78954?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Round Top, TX, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $95K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78954 (Round Top) prone to flooding?

Yes, Round Top (ZIP 78954) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 26, 2016.

Has Round Top (78954) ever been hit by a tornado?

Round Top has 3 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 $200K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 23, 2002.

What was the worst natural disaster in Round Top, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78954 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 26, 2016. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It resulted in 5 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78954?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.6M in property damage in the Round Top, TX area (ZIP 78954). 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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