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74056 Pawhuska, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pawhuska, OK (74056)

With 276 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 74056 in Pawhuska, OK has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 164 hailstorms, 64 wildfires, and 22 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $24M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 28 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pawhuska is hailstorms, with 164 recorded events making up 59% of the area's disaster history. 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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $613K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 17, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Wildfires account for 23% of the disaster record here, with 64 events documented. Of these, 2 (3%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 13, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 22 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $920K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 2, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Pawhuska has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 3 (38%) 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 $152.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 3, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Pawhuska 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 $21M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 8, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pawhuska was Ice Storm on Dec 8, 2007, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Jan 29, 2002), causing $1M in damages. 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 16, 2003 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pawhuska, OK (74056)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74056 has experienced 276 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (164 events), wildfires (64 events), tornadoes (22 events), severe wind events (15 events), floods (8 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74056?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pawhuska, OK, with 164 events documented. These events have caused a combined $613K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74056 (Pawhuska) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pawhuska (ZIP 74056) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $152.8K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 3, 2019.

Has Pawhuska (74056) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pawhuska has 22 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pawhuska, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74056 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 8, 2007. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74056?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $24M in property damage in the Pawhuska, OK area (ZIP 74056). 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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