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74074 Stillwater, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Stillwater, OK (74074)

With 365 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 74074 in Stillwater, OK has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 159 hailstorms, 147 earthquakes, and 28 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 62 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Stillwater is hailstorms, with 159 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 6 (4%) 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 Nov 19, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Earthquakes account for 40% of the disaster record here, with 147 events documented. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 21, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 28 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% 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 $9.7M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 2, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 16 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 4% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 27, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Stillwater has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 2 (29%) 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 $165K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 13, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Stillwater has experienced 6 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $127K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 2, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Stillwater was EF2 Tornado on May 3, 1999, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 15, 1990), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jun 13, 1975 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Stillwater, OK (74074)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74074 has experienced 365 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (159 events), earthquakes (147 events), tornadoes (28 events), severe wind events (16 events), floods (7 events), blizzards (6 events), and extreme heat events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74074?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Stillwater, OK, with 159 events documented.

Is ZIP code 74074 (Stillwater) prone to flooding?

Yes, Stillwater (ZIP 74074) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $165K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 13, 2023.

Has Stillwater (74074) ever been hit by a tornado?

Stillwater has 28 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 $9.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 2, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Stillwater, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74074 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 3, 1999. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74074?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10M in property damage in the Stillwater, OK area (ZIP 74074). 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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