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45888 Uniopolis, OH — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Uniopolis, OH (45888)

Government agency data shows 21 natural disaster events for ZIP 45888 in Uniopolis, OH. These include 8 hailstorms, 5 floods, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.7M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Uniopolis is hailstorms, with 8 recorded events making up 38% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Uniopolis has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $895K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 23, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Uniopolis has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $551K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 11, 1996.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Uniopolis has experienced 2 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 $560K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Uniopolis has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $730K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 1, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Uniopolis has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Uniopolis was Flood on May 21, 2004, which caused $890K in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 6, 2007), causing $540K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Uniopolis, OH (45888)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 45888 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (8 events), floods (5 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold events (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 45888?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Uniopolis, OH, with 8 events documented.

Is ZIP code 45888 (Uniopolis) prone to flooding?

Yes, Uniopolis (ZIP 45888) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $895K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 23, 2013.

Has Uniopolis (45888) ever been hit by a tornado?

Uniopolis 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 $730K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 1, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Uniopolis, OH?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 45888 was Flood, which occurred on May 21, 2004. This event caused $890K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 45888?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.7M in property damage in the Uniopolis, OH area (ZIP 45888). 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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