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74434 Fort Gibson, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fort Gibson, OK (74434)

Federal records document 166 natural disaster events in the Fort Gibson, OK area (ZIP 74434). These include 106 hailstorms, 30 tornadoes, and 21 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $31.3M. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 64% of all recorded events (106 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 $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 17, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 30 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 7, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 21 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $313K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 2, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Fort Gibson has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 2 (33%) 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 $170K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 18, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Fort Gibson 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 Fort Gibson 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 Fort Gibson, OK (74434)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74434 has experienced 166 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (106 events), tornadoes (30 events), severe wind events (21 events), floods (6 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74434?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fort Gibson, OK, with 106 events documented. These events have caused a combined $205K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74434 (Fort Gibson) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fort Gibson (ZIP 74434) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $170K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 18, 2021.

Has Fort Gibson (74434) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fort Gibson has 30 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 $4.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 7, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fort Gibson, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74434 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 74434?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $31.3M in property damage in the Fort Gibson, OK area (ZIP 74434). 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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