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44428 Kinsman, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kinsman, OH (44428)

Federal records document 106 natural disaster events in the Kinsman, OH area (ZIP 44428). These include 59 blizzards, 23 hailstorms, and 17 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $77.4M. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Kinsman is blizzards, with 59 recorded events making up 56% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 52 (88%) 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 $13M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 24, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 23 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $330K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (82%) 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 $37.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Kinsman has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $26.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 5, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Kinsman has experienced 3 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 $265K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 29, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kinsman was Flood on Jul 21, 2003, which caused $32M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (May 31, 1985), causing $25M in damages. Flash Flood on Jul 20, 2019 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kinsman, OH (44428)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 44428 has experienced 106 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (59 events), hailstorms (23 events), floods (17 events), tornadoes (4 events), and extreme cold events (3 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 44428?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kinsman, OH, with 59 events documented. These events have caused a combined $13M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 44428 (Kinsman) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kinsman (ZIP 44428) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $37.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

Has Kinsman (44428) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kinsman has 4 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 $26.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 5, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kinsman, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 44428 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 21, 2003. This event caused $32M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 44428?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $77.4M in property damage in the Kinsman, OH area (ZIP 44428). 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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