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43787 Pennsville, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pennsville, OH (43787)

ZIP code 43787, covering Pennsville, OH, has 78 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 38 floods, 28 hailstorms, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.2M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 38 recorded incidents (49% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (16%) 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 $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 28 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Pennsville has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Pennsville has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $76K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pennsville has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 23, 2000.

💨 Severe wind events

Pennsville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 17, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pennsville was Flood on Sep 8, 2004, which caused $750K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 4, 2004), causing $650K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pennsville, OH (43787)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43787 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (38 events), hailstorms (28 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43787?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pennsville, OH, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 43787 (Pennsville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pennsville (ZIP 43787) has 38 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

Has Pennsville (43787) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pennsville has 2 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 $400K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 23, 2000.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pennsville, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43787 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 8, 2004. This event caused $750K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43787?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.2M in property damage in the Pennsville, OH area (ZIP 43787). 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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