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73105 Oklahoma City, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oklahoma City, OK (73105)

With 396 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 73105 in Oklahoma City, OK has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 272 hailstorms, 36 extreme heat events, and 29 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $441.7M. These events have resulted in 52 recorded deaths and 904 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Oklahoma City is hailstorms, with 272 recorded events making up 69% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 9 (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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $250.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 19, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 36 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 18 (50%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 33 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 1, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 29 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $326K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 22 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 20 recorded floods in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (35%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $6.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 27, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Oklahoma City has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 8 (80%) 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 $154.5M in documented property damage. 11 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 9, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oklahoma City was 2.8" Hail on May 29, 2012, which caused $250M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 9, 2007), causing $150M in damages. EF3 Tornado on May 8, 1986 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oklahoma City, OK (73105)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73105 has experienced 396 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (272 events), extreme heat events (36 events), severe wind events (29 events), tornadoes (22 events), floods (20 events), blizzards (10 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and earthquakes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 69% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73105?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oklahoma City, OK, with 272 events documented. These events have caused a combined $250.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73105 (Oklahoma City) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oklahoma City (ZIP 73105) has 20 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 27, 2021.

Has Oklahoma City (73105) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oklahoma City has 22 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 6, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oklahoma City, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73105 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on May 29, 2012. This event caused $250M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73105?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $441.7M in property damage in the Oklahoma City, OK area (ZIP 73105). 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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