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79015 Canyon, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Canyon, TX (79015)

With 465 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 79015 in Canyon, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 390 hailstorms, 27 severe wind events, and 24 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $93.3M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 16 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 390 recorded incidents (84% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 8 (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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $85.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 24, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 27 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $652K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 8, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 24 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 3% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (47%) 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 $444.2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 11, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Canyon has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (100%) 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 $4.2M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 24, 2013.

🌍 Earthquakes

Canyon has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 21, 1984.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Canyon was 2.8" Hail on Jun 21, 2004, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was 2.8" Hail (Jun 21, 2004), causing $20M in damages. 4.2" Hail on Jun 21, 2004 also caused significant damage ($15M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Canyon, TX (79015)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79015 has experienced 465 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (390 events), severe wind events (27 events), tornadoes (24 events), floods (15 events), blizzards (7 events), earthquake (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79015?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Canyon, TX, with 390 events documented. These events have caused a combined $85.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79015 (Canyon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Canyon (ZIP 79015) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $444.2K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 11, 2025.

Has Canyon (79015) ever been hit by a tornado?

Canyon has 24 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 $2.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 25, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Canyon, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79015 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on Jun 21, 2004. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79015?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $93.3M in property damage in the Canyon, TX area (ZIP 79015). 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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