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45365 Sidney, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sidney, OH (45365)

ZIP code 45365, covering Sidney, OH, has 78 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 39 hailstorms, 26 floods, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.6M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 75 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Sidney is hailstorms, with 39 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $27K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 17, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 26 recorded floods in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (15%) 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 $421K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 28, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Sidney has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $270K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sidney has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $3.3M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 8, 1981.

❄️ Blizzards

Sidney has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 22, 2004.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Sidney 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 Sidney was EF4 Tornado on Apr 11, 1965, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 6, 2007), causing $540K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sidney, OH (45365)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45365 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (39 events), floods (26 events), severe wind events (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45365?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sidney, OH, with 39 events documented. These events have caused a combined $27K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45365 (Sidney) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sidney (ZIP 45365) has 26 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $421K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 28, 2020.

Has Sidney (45365) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sidney has 4 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 $3.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 8, 1981.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sidney, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45365 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 11, 1965. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45365?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.6M in property damage in the Sidney, OH area (ZIP 45365). 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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