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74363 Quapaw, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Quapaw, OK (74363)

ZIP code 74363, covering Quapaw, OK, has 152 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 99 hailstorms, 22 tornadoes, and 15 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.9B. These events have resulted in 179 recorded deaths and 1,409 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 99 recorded incidents (65% 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 $490K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 22 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (27%) 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 $2.9B in documented property damage. 176 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 20, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $8.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (92%) 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 $25.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Quapaw has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (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 $51.3M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Quapaw was EF5 Tornado on May 22, 2011, which caused $2.8B in property damage and was linked to 161 fatalities. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 8, 2007), causing $50M in damages. EF4 Tornado on May 10, 2008 also caused significant damage ($35M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Quapaw, OK (74363)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74363 has experienced 152 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (99 events), tornadoes (22 events), severe wind events (15 events), floods (12 events), and blizzards (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74363?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Quapaw, OK, with 99 events documented. These events have caused a combined $490K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74363 (Quapaw) prone to flooding?

Yes, Quapaw (ZIP 74363) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $25.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2021.

Has Quapaw (74363) ever been hit by a tornado?

Quapaw has 22 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 $2.9B. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 20, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Quapaw, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74363 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on May 22, 2011. This event caused $2.8B in documented property damage. It resulted in 161 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74363?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.9B in property damage in the Quapaw, OK area (ZIP 74363). 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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