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43318 De Graff, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: De Graff, OH (43318)

Federal records document 58 natural disaster events in the De Graff, OH area (ZIP 43318). These include 27 hailstorms, 21 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.6M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for De Graff is hailstorms, with 27 recorded events making up 47% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (29%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $458K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 7, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

De Graff has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (50%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $327.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 7, 1995.

💨 Severe wind events

De Graff has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $180K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

De Graff 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.

❄️ Blizzards

De Graff 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 2, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for De Graff was Frost/Freeze on Apr 6, 2007, which caused $540K in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (May 14, 1970), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in De Graff, OH (43318)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43318 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), floods (21 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43318?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in De Graff, OH, with 27 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43318 (De Graff) prone to flooding?

Yes, De Graff (ZIP 43318) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $458K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 7, 2020.

Has De Graff (43318) ever been hit by a tornado?

De Graff has 4 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 $327.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 7, 1995.

What was the worst natural disaster in De Graff, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43318 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Apr 6, 2007. This event caused $540K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43318?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.6M in property damage in the De Graff, OH area (ZIP 43318). 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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