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74833 Castle, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Castle, OK (74833)

Federal records document 103 natural disaster events in the Castle, OK area (ZIP 74833). These include 68 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 11 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $14.9M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 85 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Castle is hailstorms, with 68 recorded events making up 66% of the area's disaster history. 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 $810K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (15%) 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 $3.6M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 10, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $103K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

🔥 Wildfires

Castle has experienced 6 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jun 10, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Castle has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $365K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 27, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Castle has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (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 $10.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 9, 2007.

Notable Events

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Castle, OK (74833)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74833 has experienced 103 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (68 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (11 events), wildfires (6 events), floods (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74833?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Castle, OK, with 68 events documented. These events have caused a combined $810K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74833 (Castle) prone to flooding?

Yes, Castle (ZIP 74833) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $365K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 27, 2021.

Has Castle (74833) ever been hit by a tornado?

Castle has 13 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 $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 10, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Castle, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74833 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 9, 2007. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74833?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $14.9M in property damage in the Castle, OK area (ZIP 74833). 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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