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73570 Tipton, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tipton, OK (73570)

With 225 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 73570 in Tipton, OK has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 177 hailstorms, 31 tornadoes, and 13 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.1M. A total of 30 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 79% of all recorded events (177 total). Of these, 6 (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 $7.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 1, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 31 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (10%) 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 $4.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 31, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Tipton has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (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 $2.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 27, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Tipton has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 26, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tipton was EF2 Tornado on May 27, 1982, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 27, 2015), causing $1.7M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tipton, OK (73570)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73570 has experienced 225 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (177 events), tornadoes (31 events), severe wind events (13 events), blizzards (3 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73570?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tipton, OK, with 177 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73570 (Tipton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tipton (ZIP 73570) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $50K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 26, 2025.

Has Tipton (73570) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tipton has 31 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 $4.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 31, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tipton, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73570 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 27, 1982. 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 73570?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.1M in property damage in the Tipton, OK area (ZIP 73570). 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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