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73638 Crawford, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Crawford, OK (73638)

Crawford, OK (ZIP 73638) has experienced 119 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 89 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 8 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 89 recorded incidents (75% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (2%) 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 Jun 17, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Crawford has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 14, 2017.

🔥 Wildfires

Crawford has experienced 7 wildfires on record. Of these, 2 (29%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Crawford has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 9, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Crawford was EF2 Tornado on Apr 24, 1990, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Dec 27, 2015), causing $1.6M in damages. Winter Storm on Dec 27, 2015 also caused significant damage ($1.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Crawford, OK (73638)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73638 has experienced 119 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (89 events), tornadoes (14 events), blizzards (8 events), wildfires (7 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73638?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Crawford, OK, with 89 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Has Crawford (73638) ever been hit by a tornado?

Crawford has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Crawford, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73638 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 24, 1990. 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 73638?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.1M in property damage in the Crawford, OK area (ZIP 73638). 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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