Oklahoma Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (OK) | HomeRiskMap

Oklahoma is located in the Southwest region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in Oklahoma are tornadoes, severe storms, flooding. Each hazard below is rated from 1 (very low) to 5 (very high) based on public hazard data, with practical guidance on what the rating means for your home.

Emergency preparedness in Oklahoma is coordinated by the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in Oklahoma

Tornadoes Oklahoma is one of the most tornado-prone states in the U.S., rated level 5 of 5 for tornado risk. Its location in the heart of Tornado… Very High Severe Storms Oklahoma faces the highest level of severe storm risk in the United States. Tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds regularly strike the… Very High Flooding Oklahoma faces a substantial flooding risk due to its location in the Southern Plains, where severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are… High Extreme Heat Oklahoma faces a high risk of extreme heat due to its southern Plains location, with hot, humid summers and frequent heat waves. This… High Drought Drought is a significant and recurring hazard in Oklahoma, rated level 4 out of 5 by the National Risk Index. The state's location in the… High Wildfires Oklahoma is rated level 3 of 5 for wildfire risk, with drier and windier conditions in the western and central parts of the state creating… Moderate Winter Storms Oklahoma is rated level 3 of 5 for winter storm risk, meaning communities face significant threats from snow, ice, and freezing rain each… Moderate Earthquakes Oklahoma faces a moderate earthquake risk, rated Level 2 of 5, primarily driven by induced seismicity from oil and gas wastewater disposal.… Low Hurricanes Oklahoma faces a very low risk of hurricanes, rated level 1 of 5, because it is far inland and hurricanes rarely maintain hurricane-force… Very Low Landslides Oklahoma has a very low landslide risk, rated Level 1 by FEMA's National Risk Index. However, localized slope failures can occur in hilly… Very Low