Moderate Risk Oklahoma  ·  Tornado / Dust Storm

Cimarron County OK

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
2
Area
1,835
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Dust Storm
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Cimarron County OK in Oklahoma faces tornado / dust storm risk across its 1,835 square mile area. Boise City in the Oklahoma Panhandle suffered worst Dust Bowl conditions in the 1930s. Cimarron serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// Recommended Supplies

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

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Dust Storm
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event Dust Bowl Legacy
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (580) 544-2251
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Cimarron County OK
State Oklahoma (OK)
Population 2
Area 1,835 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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