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44681 Sugarcreek, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sugarcreek, OH (44681)

ZIP code 44681, covering Sugarcreek, OH, has 60 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 25 hailstorms, 15 floods, and 11 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 6 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Sugarcreek is hailstorms, with 25 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $31K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 5, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 25% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (40%) 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 $502K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 12, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $322K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 12, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sugarcreek has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $4.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 16, 2010.

❄️ Blizzards

Sugarcreek has experienced 1 blizzard on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 13, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sugarcreek was EF1 Tornado on Jun 7, 1980, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Sep 16, 2010), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sugarcreek, OH (44681)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 44681 has experienced 60 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (25 events), floods (15 events), severe wind events (11 events), tornadoes (8 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 44681?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sugarcreek, OH, with 25 events documented. These events have caused a combined $31K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 44681 (Sugarcreek) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sugarcreek (ZIP 44681) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $502K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 12, 2023.

Has Sugarcreek (44681) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sugarcreek has 8 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 $4.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 16, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sugarcreek, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 44681 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 7, 1980. 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 44681?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.1M in property damage in the Sugarcreek, OH area (ZIP 44681). 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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