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43013 Croton, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Croton, OH (43013)

Government agency data shows 37 natural disaster events for ZIP 43013 in Croton, OH. These include 15 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $31.7M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 29 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Croton is hailstorms, with 15 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Croton has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Croton has experienced 6 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $66K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 28, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Croton has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $526K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 11, 1996.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Croton has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $560K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Croton has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 4/5 (severe). 3 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 1, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Croton was EF3 Tornado on May 31, 1985, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 1, 1980), causing $2.5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Sep 20, 2000 also caused significant damage ($1.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Croton, OH (43013)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43013 has experienced 37 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (15 events), tornadoes (9 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold events (2 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43013?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Croton, OH, with 15 events documented. These events have caused a combined $75K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43013 (Croton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Croton (ZIP 43013) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $66K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 28, 2020.

Has Croton (43013) ever been hit by a tornado?

Croton has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Croton, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43013 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on May 31, 1985. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43013?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $31.7M in property damage in the Croton, OH area (ZIP 43013). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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