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45304 Castine, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Castine, OH (45304)

Federal records document 74 natural disaster events in the Castine, OH area (ZIP 45304). These include 36 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 14 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.8M. A total of 29 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 36 recorded incidents (49% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 22, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (19%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $233K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 22, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (21%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $40.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 8, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Castine has experienced 3 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $551K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 11, 1996.

💨 Severe wind events

Castine has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Feb 11, 2009.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Castine has experienced 2 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 $560K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Castine was EF3 Tornado on Nov 22, 1992, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 27, 2019), causing $10M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Apr 8, 1980 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Castine, OH (45304)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45304 has experienced 74 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (36 events), floods (16 events), tornadoes (14 events), blizzards (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45304?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Castine, OH, with 36 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45304 (Castine) prone to flooding?

Yes, Castine (ZIP 45304) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $233K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 22, 2013.

Has Castine (45304) ever been hit by a tornado?

Castine has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $40.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 8, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Castine, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45304 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Nov 22, 1992. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45304?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.8M in property damage in the Castine, OH area (ZIP 45304). 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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