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73119 Oklahoma City, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oklahoma City, OK (73119)

Oklahoma City, OK (ZIP 73119) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 439 natural disaster events on record. These include 280 hailstorms, 45 severe wind events, and 41 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $846M. These events have resulted in 63 recorded deaths and 1,120 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 64% of all recorded events (280 total). Of these, 8 (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 $200.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 23, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 45 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $656K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 6, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 41 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (20%) 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 $484.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2024.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 36 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 8% 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.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (38%) 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 $6M in documented property damage. 12 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 9, 2023.

❄️ 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 EF3 Tornado on May 8, 2003, which caused $210M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (May 8, 2003), causing $160M in damages. Ice Storm on Dec 9, 2007 also caused significant damage ($150M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oklahoma City, OK (73119)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73119 has experienced 439 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (280 events), severe wind events (45 events), tornadoes (41 events), extreme heat events (36 events), floods (21 events), blizzards (10 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73119?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oklahoma City, OK, with 280 events documented. These events have caused a combined $200.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73119 (Oklahoma City) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oklahoma City (ZIP 73119) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 9, 2023.

Has Oklahoma City (73119) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oklahoma City has 41 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 $484.6M. 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 73119 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on May 8, 2003. This event caused $210M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73119?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $846M in property damage in the Oklahoma City, OK area (ZIP 73119). 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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