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79731 Crane, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Crane, TX (79731)

Crane, TX (ZIP 79731) has experienced 92 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 81 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 2 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $190.3K. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Crane is hailstorms, with 81 recorded events making up 88% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (2%) 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 $160K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Crane has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 1990.

🌍 Earthquakes

Crane has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 4, 1982.

💨 Severe wind events

Crane has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 13, 2002.

🌊 Floods

Crane has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $300 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 1, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Crane was 2.8" Hail on May 6, 2015, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Crane, TX (79731)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 79731 has experienced 92 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (81 events), tornadoes (6 events), earthquakes (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 88% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 79731?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Crane, TX, with 81 events documented. These events have caused a combined $160K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 79731 (Crane) prone to flooding?

Yes, Crane (ZIP 79731) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $300 in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 1, 2016.

Has Crane (79731) ever been hit by a tornado?

Crane 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 $30. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 1990.

What was the worst natural disaster in Crane, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 79731 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on May 6, 2015. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 79731?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $190.3K in property damage in the Crane, TX area (ZIP 79731). 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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