Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 43940

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 43940, Ohio

ZIP 43940 in Neffs 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 43940 carries an overall risk score of 5.8/10, placing it in the moderate category. Lightning from frequent convective storms is the leading natural hazard, with above-average strike density creating risks for outdoor activities, trees, and sensitive infrastructure. The area also faces notable exposure to landslide and ice storm.

Within Ohio, ZIP 43940'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 lightning as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and ice storm. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 43940'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 lightning exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.