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Direct answer

Is Oakes, ND safe from tornadoes?

Oakes is lower risk for tornadoes in the long-term model (28/100), but risk is not zero during active weather periods.

City score

28/100

Level: low

State average

20/100

Same hazard across ND.

Comparison

Oakes is 8 points above the state average for this hazard.

Why this answer

Tornado risk derived from NOAA SPC historical reports.

This answer combines long-term hazard scoring with current live signals. Use the live page for active watch/warning context over the next 6-24 hours.

Insurance pricing and deductible structure can still vary by neighborhood and carrier, so validate policy details against this risk profile.

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