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74036 Inola, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Inola, OK (74036)

ZIP code 74036, covering Inola, OK, has 150 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 88 hailstorms, 29 tornadoes, and 29 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $102.3M. A total of 20 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 88 recorded incidents (59% 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 $515K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 29 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (7%) 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 $28.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 21, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 29 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 4, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Inola has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $71.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 9, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Inola has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 9, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Inola was Ice Storm on Dec 9, 2007, which caused $70M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Jun 8, 1974), causing $25M in damages. Winter Storm on Jan 12, 2007 also caused significant damage ($1.7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Inola, OK (74036)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74036 has experienced 150 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (88 events), tornadoes (29 events), severe wind events (29 events), blizzards (2 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74036?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Inola, OK, with 88 events documented. These events have caused a combined $515K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74036 (Inola) prone to flooding?

Yes, Inola (ZIP 74036) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $25K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 9, 2008.

Has Inola (74036) ever been hit by a tornado?

Inola has 29 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 $28.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 21, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Inola, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74036 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 9, 2007. This event caused $70M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74036?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $102.3M in property damage in the Inola, OK area (ZIP 74036). 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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