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79034 Follett, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Follett, TX (79034)

ZIP code 79034, covering Follett, TX, has 174 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 144 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.4M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 83% of all recorded events (144 total). Of these, 8 (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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $112.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 8, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (13%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 23, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Follett has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $14K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Follett has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (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 $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 14, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Follett 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 $238K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 24, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Follett has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $24.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 14, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Follett was Ice Storm on Jan 14, 2017, which caused $2.2M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Feb 24, 2013), causing $660K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Follett, TX (79034)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79034 has experienced 174 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (144 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (9 events), blizzards (2 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 83% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79034?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Follett, TX, with 144 events documented. These events have caused a combined $112.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79034 (Follett) prone to flooding?

Yes, Follett (ZIP 79034) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $238K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 24, 2007.

Has Follett (79034) ever been hit by a tornado?

Follett has 15 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 23, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Follett, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79034 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 14, 2017. This event caused $2.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79034?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.4M in property damage in the Follett, TX area (ZIP 79034). 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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