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Moore, Oklahoma

Located in Cleveland County, Oklahoma, Moore was established in 1887. The 1999 Bridge Creek-Moore tornado had the highest winds ever recorded (~302 mph). Hit by major tornadoes in 1999, 2003, and 2013.
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Founded 1887 | Population 64,000 | Peak 64,000 (2024) | County Cleveland County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Moore, Oklahoma

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1887Founded: Railroad town.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Moore's character and economy.
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1999Bridge Creek/Moore Tornado: F5 tornado with 300+ mph winds.
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2013EF5 Tornado: EF5 tornado kills 24, destroys school.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1887 Transport
Founded
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1999 Disaster
Bridge Creek/Moore Tornado
2013 Disaster
EF5 Tornado

Did You Know?

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The 1999 Bridge Creek-Moore tornado had the highest winds ever recorded (~302 mph).
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Hit by major tornadoes in 1999, 2003, and 2013.
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The 2013 EF5 tornado destroyed Plaza Towers Elementary School.
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Moore is located in Cleveland County, Oklahoma.
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Moore was founded in 1887.
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