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43606 Toledo, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Toledo, OH (43606)

Federal records document 111 natural disaster events in the Toledo, OH area (ZIP 43606). These include 48 hailstorms, 38 blizzards, and 13 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $62.7M. These events have resulted in 20 recorded deaths and 242 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 48 recorded incidents (43% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 38 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 34% 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 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (92%) 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 $17.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Toledo has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (33%) 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 $31.4M in documented property damage. 18 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Toledo has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $760K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 2, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Toledo 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 Toledo was EF4 Tornado on Apr 11, 1965, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 16 fatalities. Another major event was Flood (Jul 1, 2019), causing $15M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Apr 11, 1965 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Toledo, OH (43606)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43606 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (48 events), blizzards (38 events), floods (13 events), tornadoes (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43606?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Toledo, OH, with 48 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43606 (Toledo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Toledo (ZIP 43606) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $17.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2024.

Has Toledo (43606) ever been hit by a tornado?

Toledo has 6 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 $31.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 15, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Toledo, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43606 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 11, 1965. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 16 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43606?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $62.7M in property damage in the Toledo, OH area (ZIP 43606). 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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