Hazard Score
409 Catastrophes Recorded
Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma
1 Cities with a Population of 73,598, and 25,911 Households
Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, faces a relatively moderate overall hazard risk score of 85.91, with a relatively low environmental risk score of 83.47. The area experiences frequent severe weather events such as hailstorms, thunderstorms, and high winds, contributing to the high hazard risk score. Pottawatomie County is also prone to flooding, with a 1.17% annual frequency of flood events. These climate factors, combined with the area's proximity to water bodies like the North Canadian River, increase the risk of natural disasters.
The region's geological features, including fault lines and mountain peaks, can further impact hazard risk. Pottawatomie County is located near the Nemaha Ridge, a geological feature associated with seismic activity in Oklahoma. The area also has a relatively low risk of wildfires, with a 1.42% annual frequency of wildfire events. The county's proximity to the Wichita Mountains to the west and the Ouachita Mountains to the east can influence weather patterns and contribute to natural disaster risks.
Historical events in the region, such as the 2013 tornado outbreak and the 2015 flooding from the North Canadian River, highlight the potential impact of natural disasters in Pottawatomie County. The county's location in Tornado Alley and its vulnerability to severe weather events underscore the importance of preparedness and mitigation measures. With a comprehensive risk assessment and an understanding of the specific climate factors and geological features in the area, residents and authorities can better prepare for and respond to potential natural disasters.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
63
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
68
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
14
Hazard Shelters
19
Fire Stations
2
Hospitals
6
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Pottawatomie County, located in Oklahoma, has a population of 73,598 people with a population density of 92.7 people per square mile. The county's population has increased since the 2010 census, where it was recorded at 69,442 people. The racial composition of the county is predominantly White, accounting for 72% of the population, followed by American Indian or Alaska Native at 12%, Black or African American at 3%, and Hispanic or Latino at 4%. The county has a slightly higher percentage of males (45%) compared to females (49%), with a median age of 36.9 years. The average household size in Pottawatomie County is 2.56, with 26,911 households and a homeownership rate of 67%.
In terms of agriculture, Pottawatomie County has a total of 1,856 farms, with an average size of 186 acres per farm. The county has a total of 83,702 crop acres, with an average sales value of $17,566 per farm. Pottawatomie County's land area is 793.53 square miles, and it has a vacancy rate of 11% for housing units. Compared to other counties in Oklahoma, Pottawatomie County has a higher population density and a larger percentage of White residents. Additionally, the county has a higher average farm size and crop acreage, indicating a strong presence of agriculture in the area.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Nawa
2022-09-14
Circle 9
2022-08-06
Iron Well
2022-08-05
Highland
2021-12-01
Housing
2021-07-31
Hazel
2021-04-10
Blackberry
2021-04-03
Cowboy Day
2021-04-02
Hailstorm
2020-05-04
Hailstorm
2020-05-04
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Benson Park
2020-01-08
Hailstorm
2019-10-20
Giverny Pile
2019-09-12
Hardesty Pile
2019-09-11
Hollingsworth Pile
2019-09-10
Hailstorm
2019-08-22
Hailstorm
2019-07-29
Hailstorm
2019-06-09
Hailstorm
2019-05-29
Tornado
2019-05-21
Tornado
2019-05-21
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-05-20Hailstorm
2019-03-23
Musson
2019-03-19
Macarthur
2019-03-13
Hailstorm
2018-11-30
Hailstorm
2018-05-25
Tornado
2018-05-02
Foot Bridge
2018-03-17
Sumac
2018-03-16
Kings
2018-03-11
Coyote Trail
2018-03-06
Cultural
2018-01-27
Pack Rat
2018-01-24
Ball Pipe
2017-12-11
Hailstorm
2017-06-30
Hailstorm
2017-05-27
Hailstorm
2017-05-27
Hailstorm
2017-05-19
Hailstorm
2017-05-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-28Hailstorm
2017-04-25
Hailstorm
2017-04-04
Briar Creek
2017-03-19
Hailstorm
2017-03-06
Hailstorm
2017-03-06
Hailstorm
2017-03-06
Rock Creek
2017-03-03
Council Valley
2017-02-11
Fry
2017-02-09
Buck Horn Rx
2017-02-07
Four Grand
2017-02-04
Coker Road
2017-02-02
Firelake
2017-02-01
Brinkley Road
2017-01-31
Rock Road Fire
2016-12-29
Walker Road
2016-12-20
Westech
2016-10-28
Hailstorm
2016-10-04
Hailstorm
2016-07-30
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-04-29
Hailstorm
2016-04-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2016-04-18Brinkley
2016-04-07
Mccomb
2016-03-22
3296 Rd
2016-02-28
Turkey Hill
2016-01-30
Garretts
2015-12-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-11-26Flooding
Tropical Storm Patricia
2015-10-23Boomtown
2015-09-18
Anchor Fire
2015-09-14
Tornado
2015-05-19
Hailstorm
2015-05-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Hailstorm
2015-03-31
Hailstorm
2015-03-31
Hailstorm
2015-03-31
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Range Road
2014-08-26
Hailstorm
2013-05-31
Hailstorm
2013-05-31
Hailstorm
2013-05-31
Tornado
2013-05-19
Tornado
2013-05-19
Hailstorm
2013-04-15
Tornado
2012-04-13
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2011-10-22
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2011-08-12
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2011-08-12
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2011-08-12
Tornado
2011-05-24
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2011-05-12
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2011-05-12
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2011-05-12
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-22
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2011-04-14
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2011-04-14
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2011-04-14
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2010-05-19
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2010-05-19
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2010-05-16
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2010-05-16
Tornado
2010-05-10
Tornado
2010-05-10
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2010-05-10
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2009-09-21
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2009-07-08
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2009-06-12
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2009-05-23
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2009-05-12
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2009-03-30
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2009-03-30
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2009-03-23
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2008-11-05
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2008-04-17
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2008-04-03
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2008-03-31
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2008-03-31
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2008-01-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-06-26Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Tornado
2007-05-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2007-05-03
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2006-06-17
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2006-05-02
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2003-05-19
Tornado
2003-05-16
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2003-04-23
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2003-04-06
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2003-04-06
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2002-08-13
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2002-07-24
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2002-07-18
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2002-05-12
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2002-03-24
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2002-03-24
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2001-09-07
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2001-05-20
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2001-05-06
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2001-05-06
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2001-05-06
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2001-05-06
Tornado
2001-04-11
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2000-05-26
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2000-05-26
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2000-04-19
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2000-04-19
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2000-03-28
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2000-03-26
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2000-03-26
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2000-03-26
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2000-03-26
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2000-03-26
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1999-12-02
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1999-09-07
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1999-09-07
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1999-06-29
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Tornado
1999-05-03
Hailstorm
1999-04-26
Tornado
1998-10-04
Tornado
1998-10-04
Hailstorm
1998-06-13
Tornado
1998-06-08
Hailstorm
1998-06-08
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1998-06-08
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1998-05-25
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1998-05-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-04-26Hailstorm
1997-03-25
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1997-03-25
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1997-03-25
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1996-11-16
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1996-04-03
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1995-06-01
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1995-04-22
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1994-12-16
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1994-12-16
Hailstorm
1994-07-07
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1994-04-02
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1993-09-24
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1993-03-28
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1992-10-31
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1992-09-06
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1992-07-30
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1992-06-19
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1992-04-28
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1991-10-24
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1991-03-21
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1990-09-29
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1990-06-23
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1990-05-26
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1990-05-20
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1990-05-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-04-26Hailstorm
1990-04-22
Hailstorm
1990-04-21
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1989-09-01
Hailstorm
1989-08-29
Hailstorm
1989-06-13
Hailstorm
1989-06-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1989-06-02Hailstorm
1989-05-15
Hailstorm
1989-05-02
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1988-11-15
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1988-11-15
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1988-06-02
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1988-05-15
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1987-08-16
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1987-07-17
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1987-05-31
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1987-05-19
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1987-02-14
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1986-09-30
Tornado
1986-05-16
Hailstorm
1986-04-05
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1986-04-03
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1986-04-03
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1986-03-11
Tornado
1985-11-19
Hailstorm
1985-11-13
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1985-11-13
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1985-07-15
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1985-05-26
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1985-05-26
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1985-05-12
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1984-09-08
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1984-09-08
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1984-05-27
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1984-05-26
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1984-05-26
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1984-04-26
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1984-03-03
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1983-11-22
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1983-09-15
Tornado
1983-06-27
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1983-06-05
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1983-04-27
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1982-05-16
Tornado
1981-06-14
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1981-05-23
Tornado
1981-05-23
Tornado
1981-05-17
Hailstorm
1980-05-18
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1980-05-01
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1980-05-01
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1980-03-16
Tornado
1979-04-10
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1978-04-29
Tornado
1977-05-21
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1976-06-29
Tornado
1976-06-29
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1976-06-29
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1975-05-02
Tornado
1974-06-08
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1973-09-12
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1973-09-12
Tornado
1973-01-18
Hailstorm
1971-05-06
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1971-04-22
Tornado
1970-10-05
Hailstorm
1970-10-05
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1970-05-29
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1968-05-24
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1968-05-24
Tornado
1968-05-13
Hailstorm
1968-05-13
Tornado
1967-06-11
Hailstorm
1966-04-19
Tornado
1965-05-27
Tornado
1965-05-09
Tornado
1965-04-14
Tornado
1965-04-14
Hailstorm
1964-05-10
Hailstorm
1963-06-10
Tornado
1963-05-26
Tornado
1963-05-26
Hailstorm
1963-03-18
Tornado
1962-05-28
Tornado
1962-05-28
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1962-05-26
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1962-05-26
Hailstorm
1962-05-24
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1961-05-21
Tornado
1961-05-08
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1961-03-29
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1961-03-05
Tornado
1961-02-17
Tornado
1960-05-05
Hailstorm
1960-05-05
Tornado
1960-05-04
Hailstorm
1959-09-01
Hurricane Debra
1959-07-27
Hailstorm
1959-05-09
Hailstorm
1959-05-02
Hailstorm
1959-03-31
Tornado
1957-09-14
Hailstorm
1957-05-17
Tornado
1957-04-02
Tornado
1957-01-22
Hailstorm
1956-04-28
Tornado
1955-05-26
Tornado
1955-04-26
Tornado
1953-12-02