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74962 Vian, OK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Vian, OK (74962)

Federal records document 176 natural disaster events in the Vian, OK area (ZIP 74962). These include 110 hailstorms, 29 tornadoes, and 24 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.8M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 25 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 110 recorded incidents (63% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (4%) 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $460K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 23, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 29 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (14%) 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 $6.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 6, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 24 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $499K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (82%) 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 $800K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 10, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Vian 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 $454K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Vian was EF3 Tornado on Mar 12, 2006, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Nov 30, 2018), causing $1.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Mar 12, 2006 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Vian, OK (74962)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 74962 has experienced 176 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (110 events), tornadoes (29 events), severe wind events (24 events), floods (11 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 74962?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Vian, OK, with 110 events documented. These events have caused a combined $460K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 74962 (Vian) prone to flooding?

Yes, Vian (ZIP 74962) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $800K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 10, 2022.

Has Vian (74962) ever been hit by a tornado?

Vian has 29 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 $6.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 6, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Vian, OK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 74962 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 12, 2006. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 74962?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.8M in property damage in the Vian, OK area (ZIP 74962). 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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