Comanche County Disaster Risk
Comanche County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Moderate
National Percentile
86th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#4
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
84th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Moderate
Higher than 84% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 93% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively High
Higher than 96% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 84% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 45% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Comanche County, Oklahoma
Comanche County faces high national risk
Comanche County's composite risk score of 86.23 places it in the relatively moderate category, well above the U.S. average for natural disaster exposure. The county's combined hazard profile ranks among the nation's more vulnerable areas.
Second-highest risk in Oklahoma
Comanche County ranks among Oklahoma's most at-risk counties with a score of 86.23, surpassed only by Cleveland County (91.28) among the state's 77 counties. This places residents in one of the state's most hazard-prone regions.
Riskier than most southwestern peers
Comanche County's score of 86.23 exceeds Canadian County (83.49) and Carter County (74.87), making it the most vulnerable county in the southwestern Oklahoma cluster. Only Cleveland County exceeds Comanche's risk profile statewide.
Tornadoes and earthquakes dominate threats
Tornado risk reaches 95.52 in Comanche County—among the nation's highest—while earthquake risk scores 83.72, creating a powerful dual threat. Wildfire risk at 92.88 and flood risk at 83.62 add substantial secondary hazards.
Multi-hazard coverage is critical
Ensure your homeowner's policy covers tornado and wildfire damage, and obtain flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program given the county's 83.62 flood score. Earthquake coverage should also be considered given Comanche's 83.72 earthquake risk score.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Comanche County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Comanche County
Risk Verdict
Comanche County registers a moderately elevated natural disaster risk, ranking at the 86th percentile across all U.S. counties. High composite risk signals that multiple hazard types are elevated simultaneously; planning for more than one scenario is important in Comanche County.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Comanche County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 96th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 93th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (84th percentile), flood (84th percentile), hurricane (45th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Comanche County's primary hazard, tornado, ranks at the 96th percentile nationally. In Comanche County, mobile homes and manufactured housing face significantly higher tornado risk than site-built structures; residents in these homes should identify the nearest permanent community shelter in advance. Wildfire is the second hazard driver for Comanche County at the 93th percentile nationally, meaning households should maintain awareness of both severe-weather and wildfire-specific warning systems. The highest-risk window for tornado fatalities is overnight, when Comanche County residents may be asleep. A NOAA weather radio with overnight alert capability is the single most impactful low-cost preparedness step available to Comanche County households.
Regional Context
Comanche County falls 30.8 points above Oklahoma's typical county risk level, which means the hazard environment here is notably more demanding than the state baseline.
Is your household prepared for Comanche 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.