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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 43733

Derwent, Ohio

5.4out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 43733

ZIP 43733 scores 5.4/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.

Top Hazards

Landslide Hail Drought

All 18 Hazard Scores

Landslide
8.8
Hail
6.8
Drought
6.7
Lightning
6.5
Ice Storm
6.4
Hurricane
6.0
Extreme Heat
5.5
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Winter Weather
5.0
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Strong Wind
4.7
Earthquake
4.6
Tornado
4.5
Avalanche
4.5
Wildfire
4.0
Cold Wave
2.4
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 43733
5.4
Ohio avg.
5.8
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” 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: ZIP 43733, Ohio

ZIP 43733 in Derwent sits in the interior eastern United States. Its humid continental climate produces cold winters with lake-effect snow in the north and warm, humid summers, and notably spring tornado risk and winter ice storms. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 43733 carries an overall risk score of 5.4/10, 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 hail and drought.

Within Ohio, ZIP 43733'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 Ohio identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by hail and drought. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 43733'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 landslide exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for ZIP 43733: Landslide preparedness

  • Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.
  • Watch for warning signs such as new cracks, tilting trees, or changes in water drainage on slopes.
  • Standard insurance generally excludes landslide and earth-movement damage β€” ask about specialized coverage.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 43733

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 43733 from other communities in Ohio County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

66

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 39.9Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Lower β€” moist climate limits wildfire frequency

Fire score: 4.0/10

Coordinates

39.9274Β° N, 81.5381Β° W

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for ZIP 43733

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.