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45243 Madeira, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Madeira, OH (45243)

Madeira, OH (ZIP 45243) has experienced 140 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 61 hailstorms, 49 floods, and 14 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $102.1M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 172 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Madeira is hailstorms, with 61 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. 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 49 recorded floods in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (18%) 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 $10.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 12, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $154K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 8, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Madeira 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.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Madeira 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 $85.3M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 6, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Madeira 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 Madeira was EF4 Tornado on Apr 9, 1999, which caused $82M in property damage and was linked to 4 fatalities. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $4M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 28, 2016 also caused significant damage ($3.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Madeira, OH (45243)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45243 has experienced 140 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (61 events), floods (49 events), severe wind events (14 events), blizzards (7 events), tornadoes (6 events), and extreme cold events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45243?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Madeira, OH, with 61 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45243 (Madeira) prone to flooding?

Yes, Madeira (ZIP 45243) has 49 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 12, 2025.

Has Madeira (45243) ever been hit by a tornado?

Madeira 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 $85.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 6, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Madeira, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45243 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 45243?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $102.1M in property damage in the Madeira, OH area (ZIP 45243). 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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