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73773 Waukomis, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Waukomis, OK (73773)

Waukomis, OK (ZIP 73773) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 267 natural disaster events on record. These include 193 hailstorms, 31 severe wind events, and 21 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $28.6M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 6 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 193 recorded incidents (72% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 3 (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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 20, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 31 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $195K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 21 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (24%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 4% 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.

🌍 Earthquakes

Waukomis has experienced 9 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 22, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Waukomis has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 8, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Waukomis was Ice Storm on Jan 30, 2002, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 8, 1956), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Waukomis, OK (73773)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73773 has experienced 267 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (193 events), severe wind events (31 events), tornadoes (21 events), blizzards (11 events), earthquakes (9 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73773?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Waukomis, OK, with 193 events documented.

Is ZIP code 73773 (Waukomis) prone to flooding?

Yes, Waukomis (ZIP 73773) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 8, 2007.

Has Waukomis (73773) ever been hit by a tornado?

Waukomis has 21 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 6, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Waukomis, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73773 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 73773?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $28.6M in property damage in the Waukomis, OK area (ZIP 73773). 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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