Natural Disaster Risk in Franklin Furnace
Ohio
Risk Summary for Franklin Furnace
Franklin Furnace scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Extreme Heat.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Franklin Furnace, Ohio
Franklin Furnace, in Scioto County, is a town of roughly 3,055 residents situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid continental climate brings cold winters with lake-effect snow in the north and warm, humid summers, and in particular spring tornado risk and winter ice storms. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Franklin Furnace residents and property owners must navigate.
Franklin Furnace's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The threat of extreme heat dominates the local risk profile, with the area experiencing heat waves that drive heat-related illness and place significant demand on energy infrastructure. Secondary hazards include landslide and wind.
Within Ohio, Franklin Furnace'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 Scioto County identifies heat as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and wind. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Franklin Furnace's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that heat exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for Franklin Furnace: Extreme Heat preparedness
- Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours when heat advisories are issued.
- Ensure reliable air conditioning and identify nearby cooling centers for extreme heat days.
- Check on elderly neighbors and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
Local Factors for Franklin Furnace
These city-level factors differentiate Franklin Furnace from other communities in Scioto County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
3,055
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.7°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.2/10
Coordinates
38.6522° N, 82.8105° W
Scioto County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.