Natural Disaster Risk in Holdenville

Natural Hazard Profile: Holdenville, Oklahoma

Holdenville, in Hughes County, is a town of roughly 8,020 residents 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 Holdenville residents and property owners must navigate.

Holdenville's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.1/10 (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 wildfire and ice storm.

Within Oklahoma, Holdenville's risk is, near the 6.4/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Hughes County identifies hail as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and ice storm. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Holdenville's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.