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61349 Ohio, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ohio, IL (61349)

ZIP code 61349, covering Ohio, IL, has 55 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 29 hailstorms, 9 severe wind events, and 8 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 53% of all recorded events (29 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $496K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 27, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Ohio has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ohio has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Ohio has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $22K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 8, 2008.

🌊 Floods

Ohio has experienced 2 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $52K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 29, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Ohio 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 $198K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 3, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ohio was EF2 Tornado on Jun 22, 2015, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was 1" Hail (Jun 28, 2003), causing $350K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ohio, IL (61349)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61349 has experienced 55 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), severe wind events (9 events), tornadoes (8 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61349?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ohio, IL, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $496K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 61349 (Ohio) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ohio (ZIP 61349) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $52K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 29, 2016.

Has Ohio (61349) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ohio has 8 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 $1.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ohio, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61349 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 22, 2015. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61349?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.1M in property damage in the Ohio, IL area (ZIP 61349). 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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