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45764 Nelsonville, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Nelsonville, OH (45764)

ZIP code 45764, covering Nelsonville, OH, has 108 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 55 floods, 44 hailstorms, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 13 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Nelsonville is floods, with 55 recorded events making up 51% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 9 (16%) 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 $2.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 13, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 44 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 41% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $257K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 2, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Nelsonville has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $754K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 8, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Nelsonville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Nelsonville has experienced 1 blizzard 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 $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 6, 1996.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Nelsonville has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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 $540K 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 Nelsonville was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Sep 16, 2010, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $1M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Sep 16, 2010 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Nelsonville, OH (45764)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45764 has experienced 108 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (55 events), hailstorms (44 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45764?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Nelsonville, OH, with 55 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45764 (Nelsonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Nelsonville (ZIP 45764) has 55 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 13, 2025.

Has Nelsonville (45764) ever been hit by a tornado?

Nelsonville has 4 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 $754K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 8, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Nelsonville, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45764 was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Sep 16, 2010. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45764?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.3M in property damage in the Nelsonville, OH area (ZIP 45764). 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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