Blaine County Disaster Risk
Blaine County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
32th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#62
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
17th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 17% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 52% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Blaine County, Oklahoma
Blaine ranks well below national risk average
Blaine County scores 32.35 on the composite risk scale, placing it firmly in the "Very Low" category and notably safer than typical U.S. counties. This favorable profile reflects manageable exposure across most hazard types.
Among Oklahoma's lowest-risk counties
At 32.35 versus Oklahoma's 55.47 average, Blaine ranks well below state baseline, positioning it among the state's safest counties. This advantage spans flood, earthquake, and hurricane categories.
Blaine is regionally quite safe
Blaine's 32.35 score places it near Atoka (30.41) as one of the region's safest counties, significantly outperforming higher-risk neighbors like Adair (53.82). The county's consistency across low hazard categories is a regional strength.
Wildfire and tornado pose modest threats
Wildfire risk of 63.14 is Blaine's most elevated hazard, though it remains moderate compared to state averages. Tornado risk at 51.69 indicates typical seasonal storm activity requiring standard preparedness.
Maintain standard protective insurance coverage
Blaine County residents should carry homeowner's insurance that includes wildfire and tornado/wind coverage appropriate to the county's moderate exposure. Focus on basic preparedness including a family emergency plan and clearing dead vegetation from around your home.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Blaine County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Blaine County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Blaine County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 32th percentile. The 32th percentile national ranking is one lens; Blaine County residents also benefit from reviewing which specific hazard types drive the county's composite score and preparing accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Blaine County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 63th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 52th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (38th percentile), hurricane (22th percentile), flood (17th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 63th percentile nationally for wildfire, Blaine County residents should verify whether their insurance policy includes replacement cost coverage for structures and whether the insurer still writes new policies in this fire-risk zone. Alongside wildfire, tornado at the 52th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. Local USFS or Cal Fire (where applicable) fire risk maps and seasonal Red Flag Warning alerts from the National Weather Service are two free resources Blaine County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Blaine County is 23.1 composite risk points below the Oklahoma state mean, meaning most other Oklahoma counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Blaine 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.