Wedged between Bedford, Euless, North Richland Hills and Colleyville in northeast Tarrant County, the city covers just under 10 square miles and holds about 40,000 people and 16,300 homes. Landmarks include the Tarrant County College Northeast Campus, built in 1961, and North East Mall, which opened in 1972, and Bell Helicopter's headquarters sits just across the line in Fort Worth. Much of the residential growth happened during that same 1960s and 1970s window.
Fire & Water Energy refers callers to contractors and does not do repair work itself. Call (866) 937-3230 and we will try to connect you with an independent restoration contractor covering Hurst and nearby communities such as Bedford, Euless and Haltom City. Whether one can help depends on the providers. The how it works and referral disclosure pages outline the service.
Northeast Tarrant County weather: hail, tornadoes and deep freezes
At about 564 feet, the city shares the weather of the wider Dallas-Fort Worth area: violent spring thunderstorms with large hail and damaging wind, long hot summers, and occasional winter storms that bring ice and extended freezes. During February 2021, the National Weather Service recorded -2°F at DFW Airport, about 13 miles away, and more than five consecutive days below freezing.
Tarrant County has been included in seven federal major disaster declarations since 2000. The list starts with Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding in 2000, followed by Hurricane Rita (2005), the Extreme Wildfire Threat (2006), Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding (2007), the 2015 storms and flooding, Hurricane Harvey (2017) and Severe Winter Storms (2021).
Leaks and water damage in 1960s and 1970s houses
Older homes bring older plumbing. Aging drain lines can crack, slab leaks develop as pipes under the foundation age, and decades-old shut-off valves may not close when you need them. Add attic AC drain overflows, washing machine hoses and hail-damaged roofs, and there are plenty of ways for water to get in.
Typical water damage restoration in Hurst starts with stopping the source and extracting water, then checking walls, cabinets and subfloors with moisture meters and drying with air movers and dehumidifiers. Some older materials, such as certain textured ceilings, may need testing before removal. Read more on our water damage repair and structural drying pages.
Federal disaster declarations that included Tarrant County
FEMA records show Tarrant County was included in 7 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (2 hurricane, 2 severe storm, 1 severe ice storm, 1 fire, 1 tornado, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Hurst was affected. The most recent:
- 2021 – Severe Winter Storms (DR-4586)
- 2017 – Hurricane Harvey (DR-4332)
- 2015 – Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds and Flooding (DR-4223)
- 2007 – Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-1709)
- 2006 – Extreme Wildfire Threat (DR-1624)
- 2005 – Hurricane Rita (DR-1606)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Hurst?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Hurst property.
Smoke, soot and odor after a fire
Kitchen fires, heating appliances during cold snaps, and aging wiring in mid-century homes are frequent causes of residential fires. Soot settles on every surface, smoke odor soaks into carpet, drapes and drywall, and the water used to put out the fire adds a second layer of damage.
Restoration companies typically secure the home, remove ruined materials, clean or replace soot-covered surfaces, and treat odor at its source. See our soot removal page and the fire damage restoration guide if you are facing this.
Clearing up after storms and flash floods
Hail is the signature North Texas threat to roofs, siding and windows, and mature trees in established subdivisions can drop heavy limbs in high wind. Several county declarations, in 2000, 2007 and 2015, combined tornadoes with flooding, a reminder that intense rain can quickly overwhelm streets and drainage.
Contractors commonly tarp roofs, board up broken windows and haul debris, then remove wet drywall and insulation and dry the structure. Water from outside is handled as contaminated. Our guides to storm damage cleanup and storm water damage restoration explain the sequence.
Watching for mold in older homes
Slow, hidden leaks under bathroom floors or behind kitchen cabinets are common in aging houses, and North Texas humidity in summer helps mold spread. A musty smell, stained grout or warped baseboards can be early warnings.
EPA guidance says patches under roughly 10 square feet can typically be cleaned by the homeowner after the moisture is fixed. For bigger areas, anything in the HVAC system, or growth after sewage, consider professional mold remediation.
First things to do in Hurst after damage
- Dial 911 for fire, injuries, gas odors or downed power lines.
- Shut off water at the main valve; if it will not budge, your water utility can help.
- Keep family and pets out of any room where the ceiling bows or water has reached outlets and cords.
- Follow National Weather Service Fort Worth warnings during hail, tornado and ice events.
- Take photos and video of damage before any cleanup, and save receipts.
- Talk to your insurance agent about what is covered; it varies by policy.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Hurst):
- Bedford · 2 mi
- North Richland Hills · 3 mi
- Colleyville · 4 mi
- Euless · 5 mi
- Watauga · 5 mi
- Haltom City · 6 mi
Hurst restoration FAQs
Why are pipes failing in so many Hurst homes?
The population nearly tripled during the 1960s, so many houses have plumbing that is 50 or more years old. Original drains, supply lines and valves are more likely to leak or fail at that age.
Did the 2000 tornado declaration cover Hurst?
The federal declaration for severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in 2000 covered Tarrant County. Declarations are county-wide, so they don't mean every city in the county was hit.
What should I do before a hard freeze?
Insulate exposed pipes, keep cabinet doors under sinks open, let faucets drip during the coldest nights and know where your main shut-off is. The 2021 storm showed how long North Texas freezes can last.
Is Fire & Water Energy based in northeast Tarrant County?
No. Our only role is referrals, and we keep no office or workers in Tarrant County. Call (866) 937-3230 and we will try to connect you with an independent contractor that works in your area.
Restoration guides
- Water Damage Repair
- Structural Drying
- Soot Removal
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Storm Damage Cleanup
- Mold Remediation