Major County Disaster Risk
Major County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
34th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#57
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
14th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 14% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 66% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 41% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 27% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Major County, Oklahoma
Major County has very low risk
Major County's composite risk score of 34.19 earns a "Very Low" rating, placing it well below the national average for disaster exposure. This favorable assessment reflects broadly moderate hazard risks across multiple categories.
Much safer than Oklahoma average
Major County's 34.19 score is roughly 38% of Oklahoma's state average of 55.47, ranking among the state's safest counties. This protection extends across flood, wildfire, tornado, earthquake, and hurricane hazards.
Safest in its region alongside Love County
Major County (34.19) is substantially safer than Lincoln County (71.31) and Logan County (74.68) to the north, and nearly tied with Love County (21.12) as the region's lowest-risk area. Only Mayes County's elevated flood and wildfire scores distinguish the risk profiles.
Wildfire is the primary hazard
Wildfire risk scores 66.09, making it Major County's highest exposure, though still below state average. Tornado (41.13) and earthquake (27.48) risks remain well-controlled.
Basic insurance typically sufficient
Major County's low overall risk means standard homeowner's insurance with fire and wind coverage provides solid protection for most properties. Review your policy annually to ensure replacement cost coverage keeps pace with home values.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Major County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Major County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Major County ranks at the 34th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. Even at the 34th percentile, Major County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Major County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 66th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 41th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (27th percentile), hurricane (23th percentile), flood (14th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Major County sits at the 66th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Major County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. The county's tornado exposure at the 41th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. In Major County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
At 21.3 points below the Oklahoma state average, Major County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Major County's hazards?
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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.