Alfalfa County Disaster Risk
Alfalfa County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
41th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#52
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
22th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 61% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 45% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 25% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma
Alfalfa ranks well below national risk baseline
Alfalfa County's composite risk score of 40.65 places it in the "Very Low" category, substantially safer than the typical U.S. county. This low score reflects manageable exposure across most natural hazard types.
Among Oklahoma's safest counties
With a score of 40.65 versus Oklahoma's 55.47 average, Alfalfa ranks well below state baseline, making it one of the lowest-risk counties in Oklahoma. This favorable positioning applies across flood, earthquake, and hurricane hazards.
Alfalfa is one of the safest in its region
Alfalfa's 40.65 score compares favorably to nearby Beaver County (37.82) and significantly outperforms higher-risk neighbors like Adair County (53.82). The county's relative safety applies consistently across most natural disaster categories.
Wildfire is Alfalfa's primary natural hazard
Wildfire risk at 60.94 is Alfalfa's most significant exposure, though it remains below state averages for this hazard. Tornado risk of 44.66 ranks moderate, warranting basic storm preparedness but not extraordinary precautions.
Maintain basic disaster insurance and preparedness
Standard homeowner's insurance with wildfire and tornado coverage provides adequate protection for Alfalfa residents given the county's low overall risk profile. Focus on practical steps like clearing dead vegetation around your property and having a family emergency plan in place.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Alfalfa County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Alfalfa County
Risk Verdict
Alfalfa County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 41th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Residents of Alfalfa County can use the 41th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Alfalfa County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 61th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 45th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (25th percentile), flood (22th percentile), hurricane (22th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Alfalfa County's primary hazard at the 61th percentile nationally. For Alfalfa County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. The county's tornado exposure at the 45th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Alfalfa County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Compared to the Oklahoma county average, Alfalfa County's composite score runs 14.8 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Alfalfa County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.