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45640 Jackson, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Jackson, OH (45640)

Federal records document 103 natural disaster events in the Jackson, OH area (ZIP 45640). These include 55 floods, 36 hailstorms, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.5M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Jackson is floods, with 55 recorded events making up 53% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 8 (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 $9.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 36 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $216K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 10, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Jackson has experienced 3 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $780K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 19, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Jackson has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $102K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Jackson has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 26, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

Jackson has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 3, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Jackson was Flash Flood on May 10, 2011, which caused $8M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 2, 1980), causing $2.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Jul 13, 2015 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Jackson, OH (45640)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45640 has experienced 103 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (55 events), hailstorms (36 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold events (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), earthquakes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45640?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jackson, OH, with 55 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45640 (Jackson) prone to flooding?

Yes, Jackson (ZIP 45640) has 55 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Jackson (45640) ever been hit by a tornado?

Jackson has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Jackson, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45640 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 10, 2011. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45640?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.5M in property damage in the Jackson, OH area (ZIP 45640). 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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