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45439 West Carrollton, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: West Carrollton, OH (45439)

Federal records document 75 natural disaster events in the West Carrollton, OH area (ZIP 45439). These include 35 hailstorms, 31 floods, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.3M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 27 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 35 recorded incidents (47% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $26K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 29, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 31 recorded floods in this area, representing 41% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (13%) 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 $576.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 26, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

West Carrollton has experienced 4 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $526K in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

🌪️ Tornadoes

West Carrollton has experienced 3 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 11, 2006.

🥶 Extreme cold events

West Carrollton 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 $640K 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 West Carrollton was EF3 Tornado on May 8, 1969, which caused $2.5M in property damage. 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 West Carrollton, OH (45439)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45439 has experienced 75 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), floods (31 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45439?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in West Carrollton, OH, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $26K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45439 (West Carrollton) prone to flooding?

Yes, West Carrollton (ZIP 45439) has 31 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $576.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 26, 2021.

Has West Carrollton (45439) ever been hit by a tornado?

West Carrollton has 3 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 $2.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 11, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in West Carrollton, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45439 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on May 8, 1969. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45439?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.3M in property damage in the West Carrollton, OH area (ZIP 45439). 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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