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79032 Edmonson, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Edmonson, TX (79032)

Edmonson, TX (ZIP 79032) has experienced 51 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 21 hailstorms, 16 blizzards, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.9M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Edmonson is hailstorms, with 21 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 22, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (50%) 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 $875K in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 27, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Edmonson has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 9, 1992.

💨 Severe wind events

Edmonson has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Edmonson has experienced 2 floods 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 $151.2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Edmonson 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 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Edmonson was EF2 Tornado on May 31, 1968, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Jun 29, 1997), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Edmonson, TX (79032)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79032 has experienced 51 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), blizzards (16 events), tornadoes (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79032?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Edmonson, TX, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $850K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79032 (Edmonson) prone to flooding?

Yes, Edmonson (ZIP 79032) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $151.2K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2015.

Has Edmonson (79032) ever been hit by a tornado?

Edmonson has 6 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 $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 9, 1992.

What was the worst natural disaster in Edmonson, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79032 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 31, 1968. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79032?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.9M in property damage in the Edmonson, TX area (ZIP 79032). 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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