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43782 Shawnee, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Shawnee, OH (43782)

Shawnee, OH (ZIP 43782) has a moderate disaster history with 38 recorded events. These include 14 floods, 14 hailstorms, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.1M.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 37% of all recorded events (14 total). Of these, 5 (36%) 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 13, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 14 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 37% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 8, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Shawnee has experienced 5 blizzards 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 $80K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 6, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Shawnee has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $77K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Shawnee has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 27, 1978.

💨 Severe wind events

Shawnee has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 22, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Shawnee was EF1 Tornado on Jun 27, 1978, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 8, 2004), causing $2M in damages. Flood on May 18, 2004 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Shawnee, OH (43782)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43782 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (14 events), hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43782?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Shawnee, OH, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43782 (Shawnee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Shawnee (ZIP 43782) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 13, 2025.

Has Shawnee (43782) ever been hit by a tornado?

Shawnee has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 27, 1978.

What was the worst natural disaster in Shawnee, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43782 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 27, 1978. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43782?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.1M in property damage in the Shawnee, OH area (ZIP 43782). 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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