Natural Disaster Risk in Coshocton County

Natural Hazard Profile: Coshocton County, Ohio

Coshocton County, in the United States in Ohio, is characterized by its humid continental climate — cold winters with lake-effect snow in the north and warm, humid summers. The county faces spring tornado risk and winter ice storms, and its FEMA risk assessment establishes the hazard baseline shared by all the towns and cities it contains.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Coshocton County carries an overall risk score of 5.6/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to lightning and hail.

Within Ohio, Coshocton County's risk is, near the 5.8/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Coshocton County identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by lightning and hail. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Coshocton County residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for landslide is recommended.