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74960 Stilwell, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Stilwell, OK (74960)

Government records show 201 natural disaster events affecting the Stilwell, OK area (ZIP 74960) — a notably active disaster history. These include 99 hailstorms, 55 tornadoes, and 19 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.6M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 64 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (99 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $280K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 23, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tornadoes account for 27% of the disaster record here, with 55 events documented. Of these, 9 (16%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $7.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 19 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $70K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 4, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 17 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Sep 26, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Stilwell has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 6 (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 $290K in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 4, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Stilwell 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 $4.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Stilwell was Ice Storm on Jan 26, 2009, which caused $3.3M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Jun 11, 1970), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Nov 22, 1983 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Stilwell, OK (74960)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74960 has experienced 201 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (99 events), tornadoes (55 events), severe wind events (19 events), wildfires (17 events), floods (9 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74960?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Stilwell, OK, with 99 events documented. These events have caused a combined $280K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74960 (Stilwell) prone to flooding?

Yes, Stilwell (ZIP 74960) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $290K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 4, 2022.

Has Stilwell (74960) ever been hit by a tornado?

Stilwell has 55 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 $7.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Stilwell, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74960 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2009. This event caused $3.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74960?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.6M in property damage in the Stilwell, OK area (ZIP 74960). 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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