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45380 Versailles, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Versailles, OH (45380)

ZIP code 45380, covering Versailles, OH, has 52 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 22 hailstorms, 17 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.4M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 52 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Versailles is hailstorms, with 22 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $13K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 8, 2020.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (29%) 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 $738K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 17, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Versailles has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.5M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Versailles has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $53K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Versailles 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.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Versailles 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 Versailles was EF4 Tornado on Apr 11, 1965, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Mar 14, 2024), causing $750K in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 6, 2007 also caused significant damage ($540K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Versailles, OH (45380)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45380 has experienced 52 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), floods (17 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (3 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45380?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Versailles, OH, with 22 events documented. These events have caused a combined $13K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45380 (Versailles) prone to flooding?

Yes, Versailles (ZIP 45380) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $738K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 17, 2015.

Has Versailles (45380) ever been hit by a tornado?

Versailles 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 $3.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Versailles, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45380 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 45380?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.4M in property damage in the Versailles, OH area (ZIP 45380). 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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