The Texas Panhandle is one of those areas where it is the beef capital of the world, and when devastating natural disasters hit, it can cripple an economy. How Floods Devastated the Texas PanhandleIn 2023, torrential rain settled over the Texas Panhandle, dropping inches of rain without letting up. The Smokehouse Creek Fire and Its ImpactIn February 2024, the Texas Panhandle experienced the worst wildfire in Texas history and the second worst in the U.S. Read More: These Are the Actual Dangers Tumbleweeds Pose to TexansHow to Apply for ELRP Relief FundsFor those livestock producers who wish to apply, you can visit the ELRP. Most Destructive Wildfires in Texas History As a massive wildfire recently broke out in Texas panhandle.