Natural Disaster Risk in Gene Autry

Natural Hazard Profile: Gene Autry, Oklahoma

Gene Autry, in Carter County, is a small unincorporated community situated in the interior eastern United States. Its semi-arid climate brings hot summers, variable winters, and exposure at the center of Tornado Alley, and in particular a globally significant tornado season that peaks in spring. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Gene Autry residents and property owners must navigate.

Gene Autry's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.2/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hailstorm risk tops the local hazard profile, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces some of the most property-damaging hail in the country. Secondary hazards include tornado and heat.

Within Oklahoma, Gene Autry's risk is, slightly above the 6.4/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Carter County identifies hail as the foremost hazard, followed by tornado and heat. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Gene Autry residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hail and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.