Malta, Texas
Malta is an unincorporated community in Bowie County, Texas, United States. According to the Handbook of Texas, the community had a population of 297 in 1990. It is part of the Texarkana metropolitan area.
History
On April 30, 1954, an F3 tornado struck Malta.
Geography
Malta is located on the Missouri Pacific Railroad line on U.S. Highway 82, 6 mi (9.7 km) west of New Boston and 5 mi (8.0 km) east of DeKalb in northwestern Bowie County.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Malta has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Education
The Malta Independent School District serves area students.
Notable person
- D. N. Jackson, a Baptist pastor who founded the Baptist Missionary Association of America, ministered in Malta.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Malta, Texas
- ^ "1/1-8/1/1954 Tornadoes". National Centers for Environmental Information. National Weather Service. Retrieved January 4, 2022.
- ^ Harper, Jr., Cecil. "Malta, TX". tshaonline.org. Retrieved August 30, 2022.
- ^ "Malta, Texas". Texas Escapes Online Magazine. Retrieved August 30, 2022.
- ^ Climate Summary for Malta, Texas
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