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45227 Madisonville, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Madisonville, OH (45227)

ZIP code 45227, covering Madisonville, OH, has 132 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 59 hailstorms, 50 floods, and 7 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $127.4M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 187 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 45% of all recorded events (59 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 24, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 50 recorded floods in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (22%) 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 $10.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 7, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Madisonville has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (57%) 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 22, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Madisonville has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $28K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 8, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Madisonville has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $110.3M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 9, 1999.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Madisonville has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $940K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 15, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Madisonville was EF4 Tornado on Apr 9, 1999, which caused $82M in property damage and was linked to 4 fatalities. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 2, 1980), causing $25M in damages. Flood on Mar 2, 1997 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Madisonville, OH (45227)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45227 has experienced 132 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (59 events), floods (50 events), blizzards (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), tornadoes (6 events), and extreme cold events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45227?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Madisonville, OH, with 59 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45227 (Madisonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Madisonville (ZIP 45227) has 50 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 7, 2024.

Has Madisonville (45227) ever been hit by a tornado?

Madisonville has 6 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 $110.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 9, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in Madisonville, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45227 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 9, 1999. This event caused $82M in documented property damage. It resulted in 4 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45227?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $127.4M in property damage in the Madisonville, OH area (ZIP 45227). 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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