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74401 Muskogee, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Muskogee, OK (74401)

Federal records document 170 natural disaster events in the Muskogee, OK area (ZIP 74401). These include 120 hailstorms, 24 severe wind events, and 15 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $30.3M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 71% of all recorded events (120 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $245K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 24 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $482K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 21, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 27, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Muskogee has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 4 (50%) 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 $310K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 18, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Muskogee has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (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 $25.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Muskogee was Ice Storm on Dec 9, 2007, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Jan 12, 2007), causing $10.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jun 1, 1999 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Muskogee, OK (74401)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74401 has experienced 170 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (120 events), severe wind events (24 events), tornadoes (15 events), floods (8 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74401?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Muskogee, OK, with 120 events documented. These events have caused a combined $245K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74401 (Muskogee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Muskogee (ZIP 74401) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $310K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 18, 2021.

Has Muskogee (74401) ever been hit by a tornado?

Muskogee has 15 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 $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 27, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Muskogee, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74401 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 9, 2007. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74401?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $30.3M in property damage in the Muskogee, OK area (ZIP 74401). 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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