Haskell County Disaster Risk
Haskell County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
31th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#64
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
23th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 92% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 46% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 35% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 41% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Haskell County, Oklahoma
Haskell well below national average
Haskell County's composite risk score of 30.50 places it in the very low category, substantially safer than the national average. Wildfire risk of 91.79 is the notable exception, but overall hazard exposure remains quite limited.
Among Oklahoma's safer counties
Haskell's 30.50 score sits well below the state average of 55.47, ranking it as one of Oklahoma's lower-risk jurisdictions. The county's eastern location places it outside major tornado corridors despite Oklahoma's state-wide wind threat.
Haskell mid-range for region
Haskell's 30.50 score sits between Grant County's extreme safety (27.77) and Hughes County's moderate exposure (34.03), representing a typical east-central Oklahoma risk level. All three counties enjoy substantially lower risk than state average.
Wildfire risk stands apart
Haskell's wildfire risk of 91.79 is exceptional and its primary hazard concern, while tornado (46.31), flood (22.61), and earthquake (35.24) remain well below state norms. Hurricane exposure (40.80) adds minimal additional threat.
Focus on wildfire preparedness
Homeowners should ensure fire insurance is robust and property defensibility is maintained given Haskell's elevated wildfire risk relative to other threats. Standard homeowners coverage for tornado and flood typically suffices; wildfire mitigation is the priority.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Haskell County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Haskell County
Risk Verdict
Haskell County's natural disaster risk is among the lowest in the country, with a composite score at the 31th percentile nationally. Haskell County residents can take confidence from a 31th percentile ranking, but even lower-risk counties benefit from a practiced household communication plan and awareness of the specific hazards listed above.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Haskell County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 92th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 46th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (41th percentile), earthquake (35th percentile), flood (23th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire is Haskell County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 92th percentile nationally. Haskell County residents should assess whether their property lies within or adjacent to a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone, where ember transport and rapid spread pose the highest risk. A secondary tornado exposure at the 46th percentile nationally means Haskell County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. For Haskell County households, a practiced evacuation plan — with a primary and backup route designated before a fire occurs — provides more protection than any structural improvement when a wildfire approaches fast-moving terrain.
Regional Context
The Oklahoma county average exceeds Haskell County's score by 25.0 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Haskell 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.