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73647 Foss, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Foss, OK (73647)

Foss, OK (ZIP 73647) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 227 natural disaster events on record. These include 169 hailstorms, 27 severe wind events, and 21 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $61M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 26 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 169 recorded incidents (74% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $100.2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 14, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 27 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 19, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 21 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (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 $33.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 15, 2003.

❄️ Blizzards

Foss 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 $26.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Foss has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Foss was Ice Storm on Jan 30, 2002, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 22, 1981), causing $25M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jun 6, 1994 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Foss, OK (73647)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73647 has experienced 227 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (169 events), severe wind events (27 events), tornadoes (21 events), blizzards (8 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73647?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Foss, OK, with 169 events documented. These events have caused a combined $100.2K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73647 (Foss) prone to flooding?

Yes, Foss (ZIP 73647) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2019.

Has Foss (73647) ever been hit by a tornado?

Foss has 21 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 $33.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 15, 2003.

What was the worst natural disaster in Foss, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73647 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 30, 2002. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73647?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $61M in property damage in the Foss, OK area (ZIP 73647). 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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