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73053 Lookeba, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lookeba, OK (73053)

Lookeba, OK (ZIP 73053) has experienced 133 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 108 hailstorms, 12 tornadoes, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.2M. These events have resulted in 8 recorded deaths and 119 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (108 total). Of these, 3 (3%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 3, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.6M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 24, 2011.

❄️ Blizzards

Lookeba has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $7.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 27, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Lookeba has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $66K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 29, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Lookeba has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 8, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lookeba was Ice Storm on Dec 27, 2015, which caused $5.1M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (May 22, 1981), causing $2.5M in damages. Ice Storm on Nov 27, 2015 also caused significant damage ($2.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lookeba, OK (73053)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73053 has experienced 133 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (108 events), tornadoes (12 events), blizzards (6 events), severe wind events (6 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73053?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lookeba, OK, with 108 events documented.

Is ZIP code 73053 (Lookeba) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lookeba (ZIP 73053) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $20K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 8, 2015.

Has Lookeba (73053) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lookeba has 12 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 24, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lookeba, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73053 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 27, 2015. This event caused $5.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73053?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.2M in property damage in the Lookeba, OK area (ZIP 73053). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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