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43138 Logan, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Logan, OH (43138)

Federal records document 110 natural disaster events in the Logan, OH area (ZIP 43138). These include 60 floods, 40 hailstorms, and 7 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.9M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 8 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 60 recorded incidents (55% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 11 (18%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $3.4M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 40 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $212K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Logan has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 8, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Logan has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 6, 1996.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Logan has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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 $540K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

🌍 Earthquakes

Logan has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Nov 20, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Logan was Flash Flood on Jul 7, 2003, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $1M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Sep 16, 2010 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Logan, OH (43138)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43138 has experienced 110 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (60 events), hailstorms (40 events), tornadoes (7 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43138?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Logan, OH, with 60 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43138 (Logan) prone to flooding?

Yes, Logan (ZIP 43138) has 60 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

Has Logan (43138) ever been hit by a tornado?

Logan has 7 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 8, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Logan, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43138 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 7, 2003. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43138?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.9M in property damage in the Logan, OH area (ZIP 43138). 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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