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45714 Belpre, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Belpre, OH (45714)

Belpre, OH (ZIP 45714) has experienced 91 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 40 floods, 37 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.2M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 44% of all recorded events (40 total). Of these, 7 (18%) 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 $3.6M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 14, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 37 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 41% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $41K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 13, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Belpre 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 $156K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 15, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Belpre has experienced 4 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 $240K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 27, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Belpre has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $425K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 5, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Belpre has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 10, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Belpre was Flood on Sep 17, 2004, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Jul 10, 2003), causing $1.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Jul 12, 2015 also caused significant damage ($650K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Belpre, OH (45714)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45714 has experienced 91 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (40 events), hailstorms (37 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold events (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45714?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Belpre, OH, with 40 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45714 (Belpre) prone to flooding?

Yes, Belpre (ZIP 45714) has 40 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 14, 2024.

Has Belpre (45714) ever been hit by a tornado?

Belpre has 2 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 $1.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 10, 2003.

What was the worst natural disaster in Belpre, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45714 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2004. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45714?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.2M in property damage in the Belpre, OH area (ZIP 45714). 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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