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79714 Andrews, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Andrews, TX (79714)

With 227 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 79714 in Andrews, TX has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 172 hailstorms, 18 floods, and 15 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.4M. A total of 24 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (172 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 23, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 18 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (11%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $156.9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 2, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 15 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 12, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Andrews has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 1, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Andrews has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 3, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Andrews was 1.8" Hail on Apr 28, 1999, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 12, 1982), causing $2.5M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Sep 7, 2003 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Andrews, TX (79714)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79714 has experienced 227 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (172 events), floods (18 events), earthquakes (15 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (6 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79714?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Andrews, TX, with 172 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79714 (Andrews) prone to flooding?

Yes, Andrews (ZIP 79714) has 18 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $156.9K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 2, 2023.

Has Andrews (79714) ever been hit by a tornado?

Andrews has 15 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 $4.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 12, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Andrews, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79714 was 1.8" Hail, which occurred on Apr 28, 1999. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79714?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.4M in property damage in the Andrews, TX area (ZIP 79714). 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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