Hazard Score
441 Catastrophes Recorded
Payne County, Oklahoma
1 Cities with a Population of 83,287, and 30,177 Households
Payne County in Oklahoma has a relatively low overall risk score of 77.92, with a specific focus on climate-related hazards. The county experiences a moderate frequency of severe thunderstorms, with 2212 lightning events recorded per year. Additionally, there are occasional occurrences of hailstorms, with 406 events reported annually. These weather events pose a risk to the population and infrastructure in the area, contributing to the overall risk rating.
Geologically, Payne County is characterized by its flat terrain and lack of significant geological features. However, the presence of fault lines and water bodies such as lakes and rivers in the region can exacerbate flood risks during heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. The area is also susceptible to wildfire events, with a frequency of 34 events per year. While the risk of wildfires is relatively low, they can still pose a threat to the local ecosystem and residents.
Despite the relatively low overall risk rating, it is essential for Payne County to remain vigilant and prepared for climate-related hazards. The county's proximity to water bodies and fault lines, as well as its susceptibility to thunderstorms and hailstorms, necessitates robust emergency preparedness and mitigation strategies. By staying informed and proactive in addressing potential risks, the community can effectively reduce the impact of natural disasters in the area.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
60
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
64
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
11
Hazard Shelters
12
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
7
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Payne County, located in Oklahoma, has a population of 83,287 with a population density of 119.5 people per square mile. The county's population is relatively diverse, with the majority being White (76%), followed by Black (3.4%), American Indian and Alaska Native (4.4%), Asian (3.2%), Hispanic (3.6%), and individuals of two or more races (4.8%). The median age in Payne County is 27.6 years, with a slightly higher median age for females (28.3) compared to males (27.1). The county has a total of 30,177 households, with an average household size of 2.31. Of these households, 22% consist of married couples with children, 24% are married couples without children, and 6% are single-parent households.
In terms of housing, Payne County has a total of 33,991 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 47% and a rental occupancy rate of 42%. The county also has a significant agricultural presence, with 1,466 farms in 2012 and 1,541 farms in 2017. The average farm size decreased from 239 acres in 2012 to 221 acres in 2017, while the total crop acres also decreased from 105,142 acres to 95,536 acres during the same period. The average sales value of agricultural products per farm increased from $23,230 in 2012 to $26,870 in 2017. Compared to other counties in Oklahoma, Payne County stands out for its diverse population and agricultural industry, with a higher proportion of individuals of multiple races and a larger number of farms producing crops.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Mcelroy 18 Fire
2023-04-08
East Bell
2022-11-24
Tiger Hill
2021-09-26
Twin Mound
2021-04-06
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-04-28
Hailstorm
2020-03-28
Euchee
2020-01-09
Mud Creek
2020-01-05
Council
2019-11-24
Hailstorm
2019-10-20
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-05-22
Hailstorm
2019-05-22
Hailstorm
2019-05-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-05-20Tornado
2019-05-18
Tornado
2019-05-18
Hailstorm
2019-05-13
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Tornado
2019-04-30
Hailstorm
2019-04-17
Underwood
2019-04-03
Grandstaff
2019-03-23
Euchee Valley
2019-03-18
Hailstorm
2018-11-30
Hailstorm
2018-05-19
Twin Mounds
2018-04-16
Hailstorm
2018-04-13
Eagle
2018-03-15
Schlegel
2018-03-13
Greenwood
2018-03-05
Welding Truck
2018-01-31
Orlando86
2018-01-30
Hailstorm
2017-08-16
Tornado
2017-05-11
Hailstorm
2017-04-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-28Hailstorm
2017-04-25
Mason
2017-04-09
Hailstorm
2017-04-04
80th Street Fire
2017-03-10
Major Road
2017-01-11
Earthquake
2016-11-07
Hailstorm
2016-07-15
Hailstorm
2016-07-08
Hailstorm
2016-07-08
Tornado
2016-07-03
Hailstorm
2016-05-24
South Lawson Rd/Big Lawson
2016-02-27
Lawson
2016-02-27
Oak Grove
2016-01-30
Oak Grove
2016-01-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-11-26Flooding
Tropical Storm Patricia
2015-10-23Hailstorm
2015-08-22
Hailstorm
2015-05-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Hailstorm
2015-04-19
Tanker 2
2015-04-04
Hailstorm
2015-04-01
Hailstorm
2015-04-01
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Hailstorm
2015-03-25
Cook
2015-02-08
6th Street
2015-01-22
Lawson Road
2014-08-25
Hailstorm
2014-06-02
Hailstorm
2014-04-13
Tornado
2013-05-30
Tornado
2013-05-30
Tornado
2013-05-30
Tornado
2013-05-30
Hailstorm
2013-04-14
Hailstorm
2013-03-29
Hailstorm
2012-05-28
Hailstorm
2012-05-28
Hailstorm
2012-04-29
Hailstorm
2012-04-29
Hailstorm
2011-06-14
Hailstorm
2011-06-14
Tornado
2011-05-24
Hurricane Hermine
2010-09-10
Hailstorm
2010-05-30
Tornado
2010-05-19
Hailstorm
2010-05-19
Hailstorm
2010-05-10
Hailstorm
2010-05-10
Hailstorm
2010-05-10
Hailstorm
2010-04-06
Hailstorm
2009-07-28
Hailstorm
2009-07-28
Hailstorm
2009-06-12
Hailstorm
2009-06-12
Hailstorm
2009-06-12
Hailstorm
2009-06-12
Hailstorm
2009-06-12
Hailstorm
2009-05-12
Hailstorm
2009-04-27
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Tornado
2009-02-10
Hailstorm
2009-02-10
Hailstorm
2009-02-10
Hailstorm
2008-12-27
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Hailstorm
2008-11-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-06-01
Tornado
2008-05-01
Hailstorm
2008-05-01
Hailstorm
2008-05-01
Hailstorm
2008-05-01
Hailstorm
2008-05-01
Hailstorm
2008-05-01
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2008-04-23
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2008-04-08
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2008-04-08
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2008-04-08
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2008-04-08
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-04-07
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2008-03-31
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2008-03-31
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2008-03-31
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2008-03-31
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2008-03-02
Hailstorm
2007-10-21
Hailstorm
2007-10-21
Hailstorm
2007-10-17
Hailstorm
2007-10-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-06-26Hailstorm
2007-06-01
Hailstorm
2007-06-01
Hailstorm
2007-06-01
Hailstorm
2007-06-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2006-07-10
Hailstorm
2006-05-04
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2006-05-04
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2006-05-04
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2006-04-24
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2006-04-24
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2006-04-24
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2006-04-24
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2006-04-24
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2006-04-06
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2005-09-13
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2005-09-13
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2005-09-13
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2005-06-04
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2005-05-13
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2005-05-13
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2005-05-13
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2005-05-13
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2004-08-10
Hailstorm
2004-05-29
Hailstorm
2004-05-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-04-24Hailstorm
2004-04-21
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2004-04-21
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2004-04-21
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2004-04-21
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2004-04-21
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2004-04-20
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2004-04-20
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2004-03-27
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2004-03-27
Hailstorm
2003-08-23
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2003-06-10
Hailstorm
2003-06-10
Tornado
2003-05-16
Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Hailstorm
2003-03-17
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2003-03-17
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2002-09-18
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2002-04-27
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2002-04-27
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2001-09-07
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2001-09-07
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2001-09-07
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2001-06-30
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2001-06-30
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2000-05-25
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2000-05-25
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2000-05-24
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2000-05-24
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2000-05-24
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2000-03-07
Hailstorm
1999-12-02
Hailstorm
1999-09-10
Hailstorm
1999-09-07
Hailstorm
1999-06-30
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Hailstorm
1999-05-22
Hailstorm
1999-05-22
Hailstorm
1999-05-22
Hailstorm
1999-05-21
Hailstorm
1999-05-21
Hailstorm
1999-04-21
Hailstorm
1999-04-21
Hailstorm
1999-03-22
Tornado
1998-11-29
Tornado
1998-10-04
Hailstorm
1998-09-30
Hailstorm
1998-09-22
Hailstorm
1998-09-21
Hailstorm
1998-06-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-04-26Hailstorm
1997-10-08
Hailstorm
1997-07-21
Hailstorm
1997-07-17
Hailstorm
1997-06-29
Hailstorm
1997-06-13
Hailstorm
1996-09-23
Hailstorm
1996-09-23
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1996-07-29
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1996-04-21
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1996-04-21
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1996-03-30
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1996-03-24
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1996-03-14
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1996-03-14
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1995-06-05
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1995-06-02
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1995-06-02
Hailstorm
1995-04-16
Hailstorm
1995-02-26
Hailstorm
1994-08-07
Hailstorm
1994-08-04
Hailstorm
1994-07-14
Tornado
1994-05-06
Hailstorm
1994-05-06
Hailstorm
1994-05-06
Hailstorm
1994-04-25
Hailstorm
1994-04-10
Hailstorm
1994-04-10
Hailstorm
1994-04-10
Hailstorm
1994-04-10
Hailstorm
1994-04-09
Hailstorm
1994-04-09
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1994-04-02
Hailstorm
1994-04-02
Hailstorm
1994-04-02
Hailstorm
1993-10-16
Hailstorm
1993-10-16
Hailstorm
1993-10-15
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1993-10-15
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1993-06-03
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1993-06-03
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1993-06-03
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1993-06-03
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1993-03-30
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1993-03-28
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1993-03-28
Hailstorm
1992-10-07
Hailstorm
1992-09-05
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1992-08-05
Hailstorm
1992-08-05
Tornado
1992-06-19
Hailstorm
1992-06-19
Hailstorm
1992-06-19
Hailstorm
1992-06-18
Hailstorm
1992-06-18
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1992-06-18
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1992-06-17
Hailstorm
1992-06-14
Hailstorm
1992-06-14
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1992-05-11
Hailstorm
1992-05-10
Hailstorm
1992-04-28
Hailstorm
1992-04-22
Hailstorm
1991-10-25
Hailstorm
1991-05-04
Tornado
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1990-09-18
Hailstorm
1990-08-24
Hailstorm
1990-08-18
Hailstorm
1990-06-27
Hailstorm
1990-06-27
Hailstorm
1990-05-19
Hailstorm
1990-05-19
Hailstorm
1990-05-19
Tornado
1990-05-15
Hailstorm
1990-05-15
Hailstorm
1990-04-16
Hailstorm
1990-04-16
Hailstorm
1990-04-16
Hailstorm
1990-03-12
Hailstorm
1989-06-10
Hailstorm
1989-06-04
Hailstorm
1989-06-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1989-06-02Hailstorm
1989-05-15
Hailstorm
1989-05-15
Hailstorm
1989-05-02
Hailstorm
1989-03-03
Hailstorm
1988-11-09
Hailstorm
1988-09-28
Hailstorm
1988-09-28
Hurricane Gilbert
1988-09-20
Tornado
1988-06-26
Hailstorm
1988-06-26
Hailstorm
1988-06-02
Hailstorm
1988-06-02
Hailstorm
1988-05-15
Hailstorm
1988-05-15
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Tornado
1988-03-28
Hailstorm
1988-03-28
Hailstorm
1987-10-18
Tornado
1987-09-15
Hailstorm
1987-09-15
Hailstorm
1987-05-21
Hailstorm
1987-05-19
Hailstorm
1987-05-18
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1987-03-23
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1987-02-14
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1986-05-13
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1986-05-10
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1986-04-13
Hailstorm
1986-04-05
Hailstorm
1986-04-03
Hailstorm
1986-04-03
Hailstorm
1985-06-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1985-06-10Hailstorm
1985-05-26
Hailstorm
1985-05-26
Hailstorm
1985-05-12
Hailstorm
1985-05-12
Tornado
1985-03-03
Hailstorm
1984-06-27
Hailstorm
1984-05-27
Hailstorm
1984-05-27
Tornado
1984-04-26
Hailstorm
1984-04-26
Hailstorm
1984-04-26
Hailstorm
1984-04-26
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1984-04-26
Hailstorm
1984-04-20
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1984-03-18
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1983-11-22
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1983-11-22
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1983-11-22
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1983-11-18
Hailstorm
1983-05-27
Hailstorm
1983-05-06
Hailstorm
1983-04-27
Hailstorm
1982-09-13
Hailstorm
1981-04-19
Hailstorm
1979-06-20
Tornado
1979-05-02
Hailstorm
1979-05-02
Hailstorm
1979-05-02
Hailstorm
1979-05-02
Tornado
1977-03-17
Tornado
1977-03-17
Hailstorm
1977-03-17
Hailstorm
1977-03-17
Hailstorm
1977-03-17
Tornado
1976-07-03
Hailstorm
1976-02-20
Tornado
1975-06-13
Hailstorm
1975-06-13
Hailstorm
1975-05-13
Tornado
1974-06-08
Hailstorm
1973-09-04
Tornado
1973-09-03
Hailstorm
1973-09-03
Tornado
1972-06-19
Hailstorm
1971-04-22
Tornado
1969-06-23
Hailstorm
1968-05-25
Hailstorm
1968-05-24
Hailstorm
1968-04-22
Hailstorm
1967-05-30
Hailstorm
1967-05-14
Hailstorm
1966-05-15
Hailstorm
1965-03-16
Tornado
1963-08-09
Tornado
1963-05-26
Hailstorm
1963-05-26
Hailstorm
1963-05-16
Hailstorm
1962-06-07
Tornado
1961-05-21
Tornado
1961-05-21
Tornado
1961-05-21
Tornado
1961-05-21
Hailstorm
1961-05-21
Hailstorm
1961-04-11
Hailstorm
1961-03-05
Hailstorm
1960-07-17
Hailstorm
1960-04-16
Tornado
1959-05-02
Tornado
1959-05-02
Tornado
1959-04-18
Hailstorm
1959-03-31
Hailstorm
1958-06-15
Tornado
1957-06-12
Hailstorm
1956-05-13
Tornado
1956-04-08
Hailstorm
1955-06-02
Tornado
1955-05-26
Tornado
1954-07-23
Tornado
1954-06-12
Tornado
1954-05-01
Tornado
1952-05-23
Tornado
1950-05-07