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45807 Elida, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Elida, OH (45807)

Elida, OH (ZIP 45807) has experienced 69 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 37 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 11 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.2M. These events have resulted in 13 recorded deaths and 137 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Elida is hailstorms, with 37 recorded events making up 54% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 22, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (33%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $7.7M in documented property damage. 13 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 19, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Elida has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 4 (100%) 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 28, 2014.

❄️ Blizzards

Elida 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 2, 1996.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Elida has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 1, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Elida was EF4 Tornado on Apr 11, 1965, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 11 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Jul 19, 1950), causing $2.5M in damages. 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jun 22, 2006 also caused significant damage ($1.6M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Elida, OH (45807)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45807 has experienced 69 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (11 events), floods (4 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45807?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Elida, OH, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $100K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 45807 (Elida) prone to flooding?

Yes, Elida (ZIP 45807) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 28, 2014.

Has Elida (45807) ever been hit by a tornado?

Elida has 15 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 $7.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 19, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Elida, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45807 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 11, 1965. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 11 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45807?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.2M in property damage in the Elida, OH area (ZIP 45807). 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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