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45820 Cairo, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cairo, OH (45820)

Government agency data shows 13 natural disaster events for ZIP 45820 in Cairo, OH. These include 7 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 54% of all recorded events (7 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Cairo has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 $900K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 28, 2011.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Cairo has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 19, 2011.

❄️ Blizzards

Cairo 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

Cairo 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 Cairo was Flood on Jan 4, 2005, which caused $800K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Apr 8, 1980), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cairo, OH (45820)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45820 has experienced 13 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (7 events), floods (2 events), tornadoes (2 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 45820?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cairo, OH, with 7 events documented.

Is ZIP code 45820 (Cairo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cairo (ZIP 45820) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $900K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 28, 2011.

Has Cairo (45820) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cairo has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 19, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cairo, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45820 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 4, 2005. This event caused $800K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45820?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Cairo, OH area (ZIP 45820). 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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