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73546 Grandfield, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Grandfield, OK (73546)

With 233 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 73546 in Grandfield, OK has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 182 hailstorms, 29 tornadoes, and 12 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.9M. These events have resulted in 11 recorded deaths and 18 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 78% of all recorded events (182 total). Of these, 5 (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 $120.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 23, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 29 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (17%) 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 $4.3M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 30, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 12 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $395.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 29, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Grandfield has experienced 5 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). 4 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 9, 2000.

❄️ Blizzards

Grandfield has experienced 4 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 3, 2008.

🌊 Floods

Grandfield has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 7, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Grandfield was EF2 Tornado on Apr 10, 1979, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Apr 17, 2013), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Grandfield, OK (73546)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73546 has experienced 233 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (182 events), tornadoes (29 events), severe wind events (12 events), extreme heat events (5 events), blizzards (4 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 73546?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Grandfield, OK, with 182 events documented. These events have caused a combined $120.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73546 (Grandfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Grandfield (ZIP 73546) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 7, 2018.

Has Grandfield (73546) ever been hit by a tornado?

Grandfield has 29 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 $4.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 30, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Grandfield, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73546 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 10, 1979. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73546?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.9M in property damage in the Grandfield, OK area (ZIP 73546). 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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