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74053 Oologah, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oologah, OK (74053)

Federal records document 100 natural disaster events in the Oologah, OK area (ZIP 74053). These include 63 hailstorms, 25 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $138.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 56 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Oologah is hailstorms, with 63 recorded events making up 63% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $351K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 20, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 25 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 25% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $67.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Oologah has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $365K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 17, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Oologah 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 $185K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 27, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Oologah 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 $70.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oologah was Ice Storm on Dec 8, 2007, which caused $70M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 25, 2024), causing $40M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Apr 26, 1991 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oologah, OK (74053)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74053 has experienced 100 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (63 events), tornadoes (25 events), severe wind events (7 events), floods (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74053?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oologah, OK, with 63 events documented. These events have caused a combined $351K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74053 (Oologah) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oologah (ZIP 74053) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $185K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 27, 2021.

Has Oologah (74053) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oologah has 25 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 $67.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oologah, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74053 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 8, 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 74053?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $138.6M in property damage in the Oologah, OK area (ZIP 74053). 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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