Comanche County in southwest Oklahoma including Lawton and Fort Sill faces significant tornado and severe storm risk. The county sits at the southern end of the classic tornado corridor where Gulf moisture collides with dry continental air. Fort Sill's military presence adds unique emergency coordination considerations. Major tornado events have struck the county multiple times in the past two decades.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (High Tornado Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 40 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (May 2016) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (580) 355-5143 |
| Emergency Shelters | 12 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-44 North, US-281 North, US-62 East, OK-49 West |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Comanche County OK's primary hazard profile (Tornado / Severe Storm), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Comanche County OK |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| Population | 120749 |
| Area | 1069 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (High Tornado Risk) |