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43605 Oregon, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oregon, OH (43605)

Oregon, OH (ZIP 43605) has experienced 125 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 61 hailstorms, 38 blizzards, and 13 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $163.2M. These events have resulted in 26 recorded deaths and 268 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Oregon is hailstorms, with 61 recorded events making up 49% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 38 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. Of these, 38 (100%) 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 $12M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 12, 2019.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 13 (100%) 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 $17.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Oregon has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Of these, 3 (38%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $131.7M in documented property damage. 25 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Oregon has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 2, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Oregon 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 $155K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 10, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oregon was EF4 Tornado on Jun 5, 2010, which caused $100M in property damage and was linked to 7 fatalities. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Apr 11, 1965), causing $25M in damages. Flood on Jul 1, 2019 also caused significant damage ($15M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oregon, OH (43605)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43605 has experienced 125 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (61 events), blizzards (38 events), floods (13 events), tornadoes (8 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43605?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oregon, OH, with 61 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43605 (Oregon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oregon (ZIP 43605) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $17.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2024.

Has Oregon (43605) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oregon has 8 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $131.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 15, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oregon, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43605 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 5, 2010. This event caused $100M in documented property damage. It resulted in 7 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43605?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $163.2M in property damage in the Oregon, OH area (ZIP 43605). 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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