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73438 Healdton, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Healdton, OK (73438)

Federal records document 153 natural disaster events in the Healdton, OK area (ZIP 73438). These include 119 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 10 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.8M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 14 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 78% of all recorded events (119 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 22, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (38%) 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 $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Healdton has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $65K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Healdton has experienced 4 extreme heat events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 5 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 1, 2006.

❄️ Blizzards

Healdton has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 20, 2011.

🔥 Wildfires

Healdton has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 20, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Healdton was EF3 Tornado on Mar 13, 1990, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 26, 2000), causing $1.8M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Healdton, OK (73438)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73438 has experienced 153 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (119 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (10 events), extreme heat events (4 events), blizzards (3 events), wildfires (3 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 78% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73438?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Healdton, OK, with 119 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73438 (Healdton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Healdton (ZIP 73438) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $30K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 23, 1999.

Has Healdton (73438) ever been hit by a tornado?

Healdton has 13 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 $2.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 15, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Healdton, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73438 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 13, 1990. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73438?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.8M in property damage in the Healdton, OK area (ZIP 73438). 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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