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79344 Maple, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Maple, TX (79344)

Government agency data shows 19 natural disaster events for ZIP 79344 in Maple, TX. These include 9 blizzards, 7 hailstorms, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 9 recorded incidents (47% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 5 (56%) 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 $7.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 26, 2015.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Maple has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 23, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Maple has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Maple has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 21, 1957.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Maple was Blizzard on Dec 26, 2015, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Jan 29, 1999), causing $1.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Maple, TX (79344)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79344 has experienced 19 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (9 events), hailstorms (7 events), severe wind events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79344?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Maple, TX, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.7M in property damage.

Has Maple (79344) ever been hit by a tornado?

Maple has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 21, 1957.

What was the worst natural disaster in Maple, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79344 was Blizzard, which occurred on Dec 26, 2015. This event caused $6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79344?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.1M in property damage in the Maple, TX area (ZIP 79344). 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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