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The chance of earthquake damage in Ben Wheeler is about the same as Texas average and is much lower than the national average. The risk of tornado damage in Ben Wheeler is about the same as Texas average and is much higher than the national average.

Topics:Earthquake IndexVolcano IndexTornado IndexOther Weather Extremes EventsVolcanos NearbyHistorical Earthquake EventsHistorical Tornado Events

Earthquake Index, #657

Ben Wheeler, TX
0.02
Texas
0.04
U.S.
1.81

The earthquake index value is calculated based on historical earthquake events data using USA.com algorithms. It is an indicator of the earthquake level in a region. A higher earthquake index value means a higher chance of an earthquake.

Volcano Index, #1

Ben Wheeler, TX
0.0000
Texas
0.0000
U.S.
0.0023

The volcano index value is calculated based on the currently known volcanoes using USA.com algorithms. It is an indicator of the possibility of a region being affected by a possible volcano eruption. A higher volcano index value means a higher chance of being affected.

Tornado Index, #816

Ben Wheeler, TX
215.60
Texas
208.58
U.S.
136.45

The tornado index value is calculated based on historical tornado events data using USA.com algorithms. It is an indicator of the tornado level in a region. A higher tornado index value means a higher chance of tornado events.

Other Weather Extremes Events

A total of 3,426 other weather extremes events within 50 miles of Ben Wheeler, TX were recorded from 1950 to 2010. The following is a break down of these events:

TypeCountTypeCountTypeCountTypeCountTypeCount
Avalanche:0Blizzard:0Cold:1Dense Fog:0Drought:40
Dust Storm:0Flood:420Hail:1,287Heat:10Heavy Snow:9
High Surf:0Hurricane:2Ice Storm:8Landslide:0Strong Wind:9
Thunderstorm Winds:1,556Tropical Storm:1Wildfire:0Winter Storm:15Winter Weather:9
Other:59 

Volcanos Nearby

No volcano is found in or near Ben Wheeler, TX.

Historical Earthquake Events

No historical earthquake events that had recorded magnitudes of 3.5 or above found in or near Ben Wheeler, TX.

No historical earthquake events found in or near Ben Wheeler, TX.

Historical Tornado Events

A total of 96 historical tornado events that had recorded magnitude of 2 or above found in or near Ben Wheeler, TX.

Distance (miles)DateMagnitudeStart Lat/LogEnd Lat/LogLengthWidthFatalitiesInjuriesProperty DamageCrop DamageAffected County
8.01966-04-23232°20'N / 95°34'W32°20'N / 95°34'W00250K0Henderson
8.21979-04-11232°22'N / 95°48'W32°24'N / 95°46'W3.30 Miles150 Yards003K0Van Zandt
11.01965-05-09232°23'N / 95°50'W2.50 Miles33 Yards0025K0Van Zandt
13.51965-05-09232°35'N / 95°31'W0.30 Mile33 Yards0025K0Smith
13.72010-01-20232°34'N / 95°52'W32°39'N / 95°37'W15.00 Miles100 Yards001.0M0KVan Zandt
 Brief Description: EVENT NARRATIVE: A NWS survey team found evidence of a long track tornado in Van Zandt County. The tornado touched down near CR 859 north of Highway 64 on the northwest side of Canton and traveled approximately 15 miles in a northeast direction. Numerous structures were damaged along the track of the tornado which ended near the Silver Lake community in the extreme Northeast corner of the county. Along the damage path, a single family home lost its entire roof and part of its exterior walls. A number of large trees were uprooted and several sheds and outbuildings suffered extensive damage. A small church was destroyed in the community of Starr. A total of 150 homes suffered damage, but only one injury was reported. Based on the damage, the tornado was rated an EF-2 with peak winds in the 110 to 120 mph range. EPISODE NARRATIVE: Severe storms developed in an area of strong low-level lift ahead of an approaching upper level low pressure system and a slowly advancing cold front. Severe weather reports were limited to east of Interstate 35, and five tornadoes were confirmed in Henderson, Van Zandt, and Hopkins counties. Two tornadoes were rated EF-2s, one was rated an EF-1, and the remaining two were EF-0s. The Van Zandt County tornado was a long track tornado that traveled over 15 miles.
14.11979-04-11232°15'N / 95°54'W32°22'N / 95°48'W10.00 Miles150 Yards0025K0Henderson
14.41954-05-02332°13'N / 95°40'W040K0Henderson
14.61968-06-24232°30'N / 95°25'W0.50 Mile33 Yards003K0Smith
15.41967-04-13232°30'N / 95°57'W32°30'N / 95°51'W6.10 Miles100 Yards003K0Van Zandt
16.91962-03-24232°31'N / 95°23'W1.00 Mile50 Yards00250K0Smith
17.51981-05-13232°41'N / 95°37'W32°40'N / 95°35'W2.70 Miles33 Yards00250K0Wood
17.71959-11-04332°02'N / 95°51'W32°19'N / 95°35'W25.10 Miles67 Yards03250K0Henderson
18.51981-05-13232°42'N / 95°39'W32°41'N / 95°37'W2.70 Miles200 Yards00250K0Van Zandt
18.91962-03-24332°40'N / 95°30'W0.50 Mile100 Yards082.5M0Wood
19.41975-04-29232°40'N / 95°29'W0025K0Wood
19.61991-11-19232°26'N / 95°21'W32°29'N / 95°17'W7.00 Miles150 Yards00250K0Smith
20.21958-07-06232°21'N / 95°19'W1.00 Mile33 Yards0025K0Smith
20.31964-04-05232°40'N / 95°29'W32°41'N / 95°27'W2.70 Miles1760 Yards00250K0Wood
20.81979-02-23332°09'N / 95°30'W32°10'N / 95°28'W3.00 Miles33 Yards000K0Henderson
21.91979-02-23332°10'N / 95°28'W32°12'N / 95°21'W7.30 Miles33 Yards010K0Smith
22.21957-04-26232°21'N / 95°19'W32°24'N / 95°14'W6.10 Miles100 Yards062.5M0Smith
22.21998-01-05232°14'N / 95°21'W32°17'N / 95°18'W4.20 Miles75 Yards00120K0Smith
 Brief Description: HP Supercell developed along a quasi-stationary front and moved northeast. This Supercell produced a family of three tornadoes, numerous microbursts and giant hail. A meso was detected by dopplar radar with the HP supercell. In this supercell an F2 tornado was produced. As the supercell developed, massive mid level convergence occurred resulting in giant hail. The evolution continued resulting in a bow echo pattern where two additional weak tornadoes occurred in the northern comma heads In the first tornado, damage consisted of numerous snapped and fallen trees. Fifteen homes and three businesses were either moderately or severely damaged including roofs removed on two homes. Southwestern Bell phone truck heavily damaged from a fallen tree and a Ford Aerostar Van was crushed almost beyond recognition. Several telephone poles were tilted to a 45 degree angle.
22.41991-11-19232°31'N / 95°17'W2.50 Miles100 Yards0025K0Smith
23.81961-03-28232°43'N / 95°25'W32°40'N / 95°22'W4.70 Miles280 Yards0025K0Wood
24.61979-04-01232°14'N / 95°18'W32°16'N / 95°16'W3.60 Miles100 Yards01250K0Smith
25.32010-01-20232°03'N / 95°41'W32°04'N / 95°40'W1.00 Mile200 Yards0030K0KHenderson
 Brief Description: EVENT NARRATIVE: A NWS Storm Survey concluded a tornado touched down about 3 miles south of the town of Larue and tracked northeast for about a mile. A total of seven homes were damaged, and the exterior walls collapsed on some structures. The Larue Church of Christ suffered extensive damage. This tornado was rated an EF-2 with estimated maximum winds around 130 mph. EPISODE NARRATIVE: Severe storms developed in an area of strong low-level lift ahead of an approaching upper level low pressure system and a slowly advancing cold front. Severe weather reports were limited to east of Interstate 35, and five tornadoes were confirmed in Henderson, Van Zandt, and Hopkins counties. Two tornadoes were rated EF-2s, one was rated an EF-1, and the remaining two were EF-0s. The Van Zandt County tornado was a long track tornado that traveled over 15 miles.
25.91973-12-03332°48'N / 95°41'W32°48'N / 95°38'W3.00 Miles27 Yards000K0Rains
26.41981-05-09332°03'N / 95°47'W32°03'N / 95°42'W5.10 Miles33 Yards00250K0Henderson
26.41967-07-03232°11'N / 95°18'W0.10 Mile100 Yards000K0Smith
26.41979-03-02232°11'N / 95°18'W0.10 Mile150 Yards0225K0Smith
26.51950-02-11232°21'N / 95°12'W32°25'N / 95°12'W4.60 Miles100 Yards05250K0Smith
26.81955-04-12332°03'N / 95°31'W32°05'N / 95°26'W5.60 Miles300 Yards07250K0Anderson
27.31994-04-29232°46'N / 95°48'W32°52'N / 95°37'W12.00 Miles100 Yards005.0M0Wood
 Brief Description: The tornado touched down just inside the Rains County line on Highway 19, then moved northeast for 12 miles before lifting at FM 515 Lake Fork Reservoir. The tornado entered Wood County at 5 NNW Alba. One house and one church were destroyed, one house was unroofed, one RV unroofed, roof damage was done to a house, and extensive tree and power line damage occured.
27.91982-04-02232°42'N / 95°18'W2.00 Miles150 Yards0125K0Wood
28.21979-05-03332°47'N / 95°31'W32°49'N / 95°24'W7.20 Miles400 Yards002.5M0Wood
28.31993-10-18232°50'N / 95°42'W2.00 Miles100 Yards10500K0Rains
 Brief Description: A tornado developed 1 SE Emory and moved two miles southeast. A man was killed and his mobile home was destroyed. (M57M)
28.51967-04-13232°12'N / 95°18'W32°20'N / 95°06'W14.90 Miles40 Yards0025K0Smith
28.61981-05-13232°42'N / 95°19'W32°40'N / 95°13'W6.50 Miles50 Yards0025K0Wood
28.72003-05-06232°41'N / 95°27'W32°44'N / 95°08'W18.00 Miles880 Yards05330K0Wood
 Brief Description: A strong cyclic supercell tornado developed over Mineola, Texas while a strong tornado developed shortly there after and moved to the east northeast. Numerous Pine, Oak, and other species of trees were either snapped or pushed over along the entire tornado track. Power lines were taken down across many locations along the track as well. The tornado moved over a small community of Pine Mills and destroyed 1 old frame home and 2 old mobile homes while damaging 9 others. Four injuries occurred including 1 broken leg. This tornado moved into Upshur, Harrison, and Marion Counties of northeast Texas.
28.71973-01-20232°09'N / 95°17'W0.50 Mile100 Yards0125K0Smith
29.41993-10-18232°50'N / 95°37'W32°52'N / 95°37'W10.00 Miles100 Yards00500K0Wood
 Brief Description: This tornado developed from the same mesocyclone which produced the tornado southeast of Emory. As the tornado moved across the southwest inlets of Lake Fork Reservoir and traversed the southern end of the lake, several buildings and homes were destroyed. Most of the damage was to the Brady Marina, The Minnow Bucket Restaurant, two mobile homes, and a recreational vehicle. The tornado then moved across open country, and lifted two miles NNW Quitman near FM 2225.
31.01987-11-15332°09'N / 95°12'W32°18'N / 95°09'W12.00 Miles500 Yards2625.0M0Smith
31.41981-05-09331°57'N / 95°54'W32°03'N / 95°47'W9.90 Miles100 Yards00250K0Anderson
31.81961-04-11232°01'N / 95°24'W0.30 Mile50 Yards003K0Cherokee
32.21991-04-26232°01'N / 95°23'W0.20 Mile10 Yards00250K0Cherokee
32.31987-11-15232°25'N / 95°07'W32°32'N / 95°05'W6.00 Miles300 Yards00250K0Smith
32.61979-04-01232°21'N / 95°06'W2.00 Miles100 Yards0025K0Smith
33.11991-04-26332°03'N / 95°18'W32°05'N / 95°15'W3.00 Miles200 Yards01250K0Cherokee
33.51972-10-22232°17'N / 96°12'W1.30 Miles440 Yards000K0Henderson
33.51972-10-22232°17'N / 96°12'W1.30 Miles440 Yards01250K0Henderson
35.51990-03-14232°52'N / 95°56'W32°55'N / 95°53'W4.00 Miles50 Yards000K0Rains
37.81984-02-11232°50'N / 96°05'W0.50 Mile100 Yards0025K0Leon
37.91987-11-15331°49'N / 95°20'W32°09'N / 95°12'W21.00 Miles500 Yards27525.0M0Cherokee
38.01981-05-09231°52'N / 95°42'W31°53'N / 95°32'W9.90 Miles73 Yards0025K0Anderson
39.11969-07-15232°02'N / 95°10'W0.50 Mile33 Yards000K0Cherokee
39.31963-03-11332°35'N / 96°18'W2.00 Miles33 Yards00250K0Kaufman
39.91970-03-03332°18'N / 94°59'W0.50 Mile67 Yards0025K0Rusk
40.21968-12-12232°17'N / 94°59'W2.00 Miles50 Yards000K0Rusk
40.81971-12-14232°33'N / 94°58'W0.30 Mile20 Yards0025K0Gregg
41.01981-10-13331°57'N / 96°09'W32°03'N / 96°08'W7.20 Miles100 Yards0125K0Navarro
41.21961-09-11331°55'N / 95°17'W0325K0Jackson
41.51991-04-26232°11'N / 95°01'W32°11'N / 94°59'W1.00 Mile100 Yards0025K0Smith
41.51975-11-19232°52'N / 95°10'W000K0Wood
41.51954-05-02232°32'N / 94°57'W32°32'N / 94°57'W000K0Gregg
41.71990-05-30232°15'N / 94°58'W1.50 Miles100 Yards000K0Rusk
41.81981-05-09232°26'N / 95°00'W32°26'N / 94°52'W7.70 Miles73 Yards0025K0Gregg
42.11966-04-23232°57'N / 95°17'W32°57'N / 95°17'W0025K0Wood
42.11966-05-23232°57'N / 95°17'W3.00 Miles33 Yards000K0Wood
42.51974-04-21232°44'N / 96°17'W1.00 Mile200 Yards000K0Kaufman
43.01961-03-26233°01'N / 95°31'W33°03'N / 95°28'W3.80 Miles250 Yards0125K0Hopkins
43.11970-04-25232°40'N / 96°20'W0.10 Mile10 Yards100K0Kaufman
43.31991-04-26232°11'N / 94°59'W32°11'N / 94°57'W2.00 Miles100 Yards0025K0Rusk
43.71972-03-24232°37'N / 96°22'W2.00 Miles200 Yards0025K0Kaufman
43.91988-04-01332°33'N / 94°55'W32°35'N / 94°55'W2.00 Miles440 Yards002.5M0Gregg
43.91957-04-26332°23'N / 94°54'W1.00 Mile33 Yards0025K0Gregg
44.31969-05-14333°03'N / 95°29'W0.50 Mile33 Yards0025K0Hopkins
44.31953-11-19231°46'N / 95°43'W31°48'N / 95°38'W5.60 Miles50 Yards0025K0Anderson
44.51990-05-30232°15'N / 94°55'W0.20 Mile10 Yards000K0Rusk
44.91999-05-04232°23'N / 94°53'W32°23'N / 94°53'W1.80 Miles100 Yards006.0M0Gregg
 Brief Description: Numerous homes and businesses damages. This tornado continued into Rusk County, TX then reentered Gregg County, TX.
44.91999-05-04232°23'N / 94°53'W32°23'N / 94°53'W0.30 Mile150 Yards0000Rusk
 Brief Description: Open field with no structures.
44.91999-05-04232°23'N / 94°53'W32°23'N / 94°53'W0.10 Mile100 Yards0025K0Gregg
 Brief Description: Minor damage to homes and a school lost a few shingles. This tornado is continued from the Gregg County to Rusk County, TX tornado event.
45.11958-04-29231°59'N / 95°06'W31°59'N / 95°04'W2.30 Miles50 Yards04250K0Rusk
45.61992-05-11233°03'N / 95°47'W33°07'N / 95°38'W4.00 Miles400 Yards0025K0Hopkins
45.91961-11-22232°22'N / 94°52'W2.50 Miles100 Yards0025K0Gregg
46.01973-06-03232°44'N / 94°57'W0025K0Upshur
46.21961-03-26233°02'N / 95°24'W33°04'N / 95°20'W4.70 Miles250 Yards0025K0Hopkins
46.61984-02-11231°45'N / 95°40'W1.00 Mile100 Yards032.5M0Anderson
47.51999-04-04231°47'N / 95°19'W31°50'N / 95°16'W4.50 Miles50 Yards0015K0Cherokee
 Brief Description: Abandoned chicken coop collapsed, large oaks (3 feet in diameter) uprooted otherwise minor damage to vehicles and about 10 homes.
48.21988-04-01332°35'N / 94°55'W32°45'N / 94°50'W11.00 Miles440 Yards092.5M0Upshur
48.31977-08-22232°06'N / 96°23'W0.20 Mile33 Yards0025K0Navarro
48.91980-10-16231°43'N / 95°38'W2.00 Miles50 Yards0125K0Anderson
49.11957-04-26332°29'N / 94°43'W32°21'N / 94°54'W14.20 Miles50 Yards0025K0Gregg
49.61991-04-26232°09'N / 94°52'W0.20 Mile10 Yards00250K0Rusk
49.71969-04-27233°06'N / 95°57'W1.00 Mile20 Yards003K0Hunt
49.91960-01-14233°08'N / 95°49'W0.30 Mile33 Yards013K0Hopkins
49.91967-05-01232°10'N / 96°27'W2.00 Miles33 Yards0025K0Navarro


* The information on this page is based on the global volcano database, the U.S. earthquake database of 1638-1985, and the U.S. Tornado and Weather Extremes database of 1950-2010.


 
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