Federal records document 114 natural disaster events in the Southington, OH area (ZIP 44470). These include 59 blizzards, 31 hailstorms, and 15 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $301.6M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 252 injuries.
Blizzards represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 52% of all recorded events (59 total). 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.
There have been 31 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $225K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2024.
There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (93%) 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 $36.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 25, 2025.
Southington has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250.8M in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 17, 2024.
Southington 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.
Southington has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $650K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 5, 2017.
The most significant disaster event on record for Southington was EF5 Tornado on May 31, 1985, which caused $250M in property damage and was linked to 10 fatalities. Another major event was Flood (Jul 21, 2003), causing $32M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 8, 2013 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 44470 has experienced 114 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (59 events), hailstorms (31 events), floods (15 events), tornadoes (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 52% of all recorded events.
Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Southington, OH, with 59 events documented. These events have caused a combined $13M in property damage.
Yes, Southington (ZIP 44470) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $36.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 25, 2025.
Southington has 5 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 $250.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 17, 2024.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 44470 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on May 31, 1985. This event caused $250M in documented property damage. It resulted in 10 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $301.6M in property damage in the Southington, OH area (ZIP 44470). 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 →