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44842 Loudonville, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Loudonville, OH (44842)

Federal records document 103 natural disaster events in the Loudonville, OH area (ZIP 44842). These include 45 blizzards, 31 hailstorms, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $26.4M. A total of 6 injuries have been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 45 recorded incidents (44% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 39 (87%) 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 $19.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 24, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 31 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $236K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 12, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (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 $4.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Loudonville has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 13, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Loudonville has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $255K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 29, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Loudonville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 28, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Loudonville was Ice Storm on Jan 5, 2005, which caused $8.8M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Dec 22, 2004), causing $5.2M in damages. Flash Flood on Feb 28, 2011 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Loudonville, OH (44842)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 44842 has experienced 103 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (45 events), hailstorms (31 events), floods (11 events), tornadoes (10 events), extreme cold events (4 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 44842?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Loudonville, OH, with 45 events documented. These events have caused a combined $19.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 44842 (Loudonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Loudonville (ZIP 44842) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

Has Loudonville (44842) ever been hit by a tornado?

Loudonville has 10 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 13, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Loudonville, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 44842 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 5, 2005. This event caused $8.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 44842?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $26.4M in property damage in the Loudonville, OH area (ZIP 44842). 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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