Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 43802

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 43802, Ohio

ZIP 43802 in Adamsville 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 43802 carries an overall risk score of 6.2/10, placing it in the high 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 ice storm.

Within Ohio, ZIP 43802's risk is, slightly above 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 ice storm. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 43802's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.