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73932 Elmwood, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Elmwood, OK (73932)

Elmwood, OK (ZIP 73932) sits in one of the more disaster-active areas in the region, with 369 natural disaster events on record. These include 305 hailstorms, 32 severe wind events, and 24 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $52.9M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 305 recorded incidents (83% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 9 (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 $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 28, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 32 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $10.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 21, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 24 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 16, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Elmwood has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 $40.7M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 5, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Elmwood has experienced 2 floods 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 $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 7, 2013.

🌍 Earthquakes

Elmwood has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 15, 1974.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Elmwood was Ice Storm on Jan 14, 2017, which caused $40M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Sep 12, 1999), causing $8M in damages. 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jun 24, 2021 also caused significant damage ($1.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Elmwood, OK (73932)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 73932 has experienced 369 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (305 events), severe wind events (32 events), tornadoes (24 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 83% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 73932?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Elmwood, OK, with 305 events documented. These events have caused a combined $150K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 73932 (Elmwood) prone to flooding?

Yes, Elmwood (ZIP 73932) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $40K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 7, 2013.

Has Elmwood (73932) ever been hit by a tornado?

Elmwood has 24 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 $1.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 16, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Elmwood, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 73932 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 14, 2017. This event caused $40M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 73932?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $52.9M in property damage in the Elmwood, OK area (ZIP 73932). 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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