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79699 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (79699)

Federal records document 148 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 79699). These include 120 hailstorms, 13 severe wind events, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $428.4M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 31 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (120 total). Of these, 6 (5%) 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 $409.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 8, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 8, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $535K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 26, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 18, 2019.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 4 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 $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 18, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area 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 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 4.5" Hail on Jun 12, 2014, which caused $400M in property damage. Another major event was Cold/Wind Chill (Feb 15, 2021), causing $7.8M in damages. Flood on Aug 18, 2007 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (79699)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79699 has experienced 148 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (120 events), severe wind events (13 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (5 events), floods (4 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79699?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 120 events documented. These events have caused a combined $409.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79699 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 79699) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 18, 2007.

Has this area (79699) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 5 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 $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 18, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79699 was 4.5" Hail, which occurred on Jun 12, 2014. This event caused $400M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79699?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $428.4M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 79699). 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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