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73727 Carrier, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Carrier, OK (73727)

ZIP code 73727, covering Carrier, OK, has 150 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 98 hailstorms, 17 earthquakes, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $27.6M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 17 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Carrier is hailstorms, with 98 recorded events making up 65% of the area's disaster history. 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 Sep 8, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 17 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 25, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (36%) 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 $25.2M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Oct 26, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $27K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 19, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Carrier has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 $2.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 27, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Carrier has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $79K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 8, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Carrier was Ice Storm on Jan 30, 2002, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 21, 1999), causing $1.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Carrier, OK (73727)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73727 has experienced 150 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (98 events), earthquakes (17 events), blizzards (11 events), severe wind events (11 events), tornadoes (10 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73727?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Carrier, OK, with 98 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73727 (Carrier) prone to flooding?

Yes, Carrier (ZIP 73727) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $79K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 8, 2024.

Has Carrier (73727) ever been hit by a tornado?

Carrier has 10 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 $2.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 27, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Carrier, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73727 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 73727?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $27.6M in property damage in the Carrier, OK area (ZIP 73727). 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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