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74829 Boley, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Boley, OK (74829)

Boley, OK (ZIP 74829) has experienced 118 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 68 hailstorms, 21 earthquakes, and 15 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.2M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 87 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 68 recorded incidents (58% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 5 (7%) 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 $525K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 11, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 21 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 30, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (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 $31.1M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 26, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Boley has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $53K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Boley has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $480K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 27, 2021.

🔥 Wildfires

Boley has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jun 10, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Boley was EF4 Tornado on Oct 5, 1970, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 9, 2007), causing $10M in damages. EF5 Tornado on May 5, 1960 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Boley, OK (74829)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74829 has experienced 118 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (68 events), earthquakes (21 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (5 events), floods (4 events), wildfires (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74829?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Boley, OK, with 68 events documented. These events have caused a combined $525K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74829 (Boley) prone to flooding?

Yes, Boley (ZIP 74829) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $480K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 27, 2021.

Has Boley (74829) ever been hit by a tornado?

Boley has 15 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 $31.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Boley, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74829 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 5, 1970. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74829?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.2M in property damage in the Boley, OK area (ZIP 74829). 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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