Refugio, Texas facts for kids
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Refugio, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Refugio |
| Incorporated | February 1, 1842 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.57 sq mi (4.07 km2) |
| • Land | 1.57 sq mi (4.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
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| • Total | 2,712 |
| • Density | 1,727/sq mi (666.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
78377
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| Area code(s) | 361 |
| FIPS code | 48-61436 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1345013 |
Refugio (pronounced "rif-YOOR-ee-oh") is a small town in Refugio County, Texas. It is the main town and center of the county. In 2020, about 2,712 people lived there. Refugio is famous for being the birthplace of Baseball Hall of Fame legend Nolan Ryan.
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Where is Refugio Located?
Refugio is located in the state of Texas, in the United States. It sits at a latitude of 28.305812 degrees North and a longitude of -97.274594 degrees West. The town covers an area of about 1.6 square miles (4.0 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
What's the Weather Like?
The weather in Refugio is usually hot and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
How Many People Live in Refugio?
The number of people living in Refugio has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 455 | — | |
| 1910 | 773 | — | |
| 1920 | 933 | 20.7% | |
| 1930 | 2,019 | 116.4% | |
| 1940 | 4,077 | 101.9% | |
| 1950 | 4,666 | 14.4% | |
| 1960 | 4,944 | 6.0% | |
| 1970 | 4,340 | −12.2% | |
| 1980 | 3,898 | −10.2% | |
| 1990 | 3,158 | −19.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,941 | −6.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,890 | −1.7% | |
| 2020 | 2,712 | −6.2% | |
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In 2020, there were 2,712 people living in Refugio. These people lived in 957 households, and 598 of those were families.
Famous People from Refugio
Many interesting people have come from Refugio, Texas. Some of them are:
- Rocky Bridges – A baseball player who played in Major League Baseball (MLB).
- Dan Firova – An MLB catcher and a coach for teams like the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros. He was part of the Astros' 2022 World Series win!
- Joseph L. Galloway – A well-known American newspaper writer.
- Kim Henkel – He helped write the original movie The Texas Chain Saw massacre.
- Kermit Oliver – A talented painter.
- Allison Paige – A country music singer and songwriter.
- Nolan Ryan – A legendary MLB pitcher. He holds the record for the most strikeouts in Major League history and is in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Jack Starrett – An actor and director in films.
Learning and Schools
The town of Refugio has its own school system. It is called the Refugio Independent School District. This district helps educate the children and teens in the area.
Sports History
Refugio has a bit of baseball history!
- In 1938, a minor league baseball team called the Refugio Oilers played here. They were part of the Class D Texas Valley League.
- Even though he moved away as a baby, the famous baseball player Nolan Ryan was born in Refugio in 1947.
Hurricane Harvey's Impact
In August 2017, a very powerful storm called Hurricane Harvey hit Refugio.
- On August 23, 2017, the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, told people in Refugio to leave for safety.
- On August 25, Hurricane Harvey reached its strongest point and hit Refugio.
- The storm caused a lot of damage to homes and businesses. Winds were as fast as 130 miles per hour!
- Many storm trackers, who study hurricanes, were in Refugio during the storm. They watched and recorded what happened.
- After the hurricane, some businesses in Refugio closed for good. The town also did not have electricity or water for several months.
See also
In Spanish: Refugio (Texas) para niños
