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74941 Keota, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Keota, OK (74941)

Federal records document 72 natural disaster events in the Keota, OK area (ZIP 74941). These include 48 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.7M. These events have resulted in 13 recorded deaths and 86 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 48 recorded incidents (67% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (47%) 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 $6.4M in documented property damage. 13 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 18, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Keota has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 25, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Keota has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $105K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 17, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Keota has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Keota was Winter Storm on Jan 12, 2007, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF5 Tornado (Mar 26, 1976), causing $2.5M in damages. EF4 Tornado on May 5, 1960 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Keota, OK (74941)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74941 has experienced 72 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (48 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (5 events), floods (3 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74941?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Keota, OK, with 48 events documented. These events have caused a combined $150K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74941 (Keota) prone to flooding?

Yes, Keota (ZIP 74941) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $105K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 17, 2015.

Has Keota (74941) ever been hit by a tornado?

Keota 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 $6.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 18, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Keota, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74941 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Jan 12, 2007. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74941?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.7M in property damage in the Keota, OK area (ZIP 74941). 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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