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earthquake Earthquake Risk in Oklahoma City, OK

Risk Level: High — Score 5/10

FEMA: 5Historical: 3

Key Risk Factors

  • Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
  • Estimated annual loss of $10M from this hazard type
  • 3 events on record in proximity

Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.1 - 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma (2024-02-03) — 9,480 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes

1
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
7
FEMA: 7Historical: 0
8
FEMA: 7Historical: 0
9
FEMA: 7Historical: 3
10
FEMA: 7Historical: 0
Oklahoma City is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.

How Oklahoma City Compares

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Notable Earthquake Events Near Oklahoma City

Earthquake - 5.1 - 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma

February 2, 2024 ADVISORY

9,480 people exposed; $765M capital exposed

5.6 - Oklahoma

November 4, 2011 WATCH

Impact data not available

Earthquake - 5.0 - 2km W of Cushing, Oklahoma

November 6, 2016 ADVISORY

Impact data not available

Earthquake Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
  • 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
  • 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
  • 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
  • 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly

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