5
High
Earthquake Risk in Oklahoma City, OK
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 6
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $10M from this hazard type
- 7 events on record in proximity
Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.1 - 33 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas (2024-09-17) — 14 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes
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 - 5.1 - 14 km NE of Hermleigh, Texas
July 25, 2024 — ADVISORY
70,000 people exposed; $8,017M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.1 - 33 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas
September 16, 2024 — ADVISORY
14 people exposed; $0M capital exposed
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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