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43943 Rayland, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rayland, OH (43943)

ZIP code 43943, covering Rayland, OH, has 71 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 32 hailstorms, 27 floods, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $25M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Rayland is hailstorms, with 32 recorded events making up 45% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 27 recorded floods in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (33%) 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 $24.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Rayland has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $17K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 22, 2005.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Rayland has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $675K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 21, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Rayland has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 13, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rayland was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 5, 2005), causing $1.2M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 20, 2014 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rayland, OH (43943)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 43943 has experienced 71 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), floods (27 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 43943?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rayland, OH, with 32 events documented.

Is ZIP code 43943 (Rayland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rayland (ZIP 43943) has 27 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $24.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

Has Rayland (43943) ever been hit by a tornado?

Rayland has 4 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 $675K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 21, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rayland, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 43943 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 43943?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $25M in property damage in the Rayland, OH area (ZIP 43943). 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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