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74878 Wanette, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wanette, OK (74878)

Federal records document 108 natural disaster events in the Wanette, OK area (ZIP 74878). These include 79 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.3M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 11 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Wanette is hailstorms, with 79 recorded events making up 73% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 6 (8%) 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (29%) 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 $2.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 19, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Wanette has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $171K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Wanette has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 3, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Wanette has experienced 4 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Wanette has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Aug 1, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Wanette was Ice Storm on Dec 26, 2000, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 19, 2023), causing $750K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wanette, OK (74878)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74878 has experienced 108 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (79 events), tornadoes (14 events), floods (5 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 73% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74878?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wanette, OK, with 79 events documented.

Is ZIP code 74878 (Wanette) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wanette (ZIP 74878) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $171K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

Has Wanette (74878) ever been hit by a tornado?

Wanette has 14 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 $2.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 19, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Wanette, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74878 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 26, 2000. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74878?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.3M in property damage in the Wanette, OK area (ZIP 74878). 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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