Moderate Risk Oklahoma  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Rogers County OK

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
93
Area
682
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Rogers County northeast of Tulsa including Claremore faces serious tornado risk in northeastern Oklahoma's active severe weather corridor. The Verdigris and Bird Creek Rivers create flooding risk. Will Rogers was born in Claremore making it a significant cultural heritage site. The county sits in a high-frequency tornado zone and has experienced multiple significant tornado events across its flat to rolling terrain.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (918) 342-9800
Emergency Shelters 6 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes US-169 US-66 OK-20 OK-88

// County Profile

County Rogers County OK
State Oklahoma (OK)
Population 93
Area 682 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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