Natural Disaster Risk in Stony Ridge

Natural Hazard Profile: Stony Ridge, Ohio

Stony Ridge, in Wood County, is a small unincorporated community situated in the Great Lakes region. 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 Stony Ridge residents and property owners must navigate.

Stony Ridge's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The risk of coastal inundation tops the local hazard profile, with the area exposed to storm surge, tidal flooding, and wave action during major coastal storm events. Secondary hazards include ice storm and tornado.

Within Ohio, Stony Ridge'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 Wood County identifies coastal flood as the foremost hazard, followed by ice storm and tornado. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Stony Ridge 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 coastal flood is recommended.