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74344 Grove, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Grove, OK (74344)

Federal records document 133 natural disaster events in the Grove, OK area (ZIP 74344). These include 87 hailstorms, 26 tornadoes, and 10 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $78.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 65% of all recorded events (87 total). 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $805K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 22, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 26 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 20% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (8%) 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 $8.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 29, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Grove has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $155K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 30, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Grove has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 24, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Grove has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $68M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Grove has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 17, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Grove was Ice Storm on Dec 9, 2007, which caused $35M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Feb 1, 2011), causing $30M in damages. Winter Storm on Jan 12, 2007 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Grove, OK (74344)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74344 has experienced 133 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (87 events), tornadoes (26 events), severe wind events (10 events), floods (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74344?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Grove, OK, with 87 events documented. These events have caused a combined $805K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74344 (Grove) prone to flooding?

Yes, Grove (ZIP 74344) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 24, 2018.

Has Grove (74344) ever been hit by a tornado?

Grove has 26 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 $8.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 29, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Grove, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74344 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 9, 2007. This event caused $35M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74344?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $78.4M in property damage in the Grove, OK area (ZIP 74344). 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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