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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 44046

Huntsburg, Ohio

5.7out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 44046

ZIP 44046 scores 5.7/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Winter Weather.

Top Hazards

Winter Weather Strong Wind Hail

All 18 Hazard Scores

Winter Weather
9.4
Strong Wind
8.9
Hail
7.7
Ice Storm
7.6
Tornado
6.5
Hurricane
6.3
Extreme Heat
6.1
Lightning
5.8
Tsunami
5.4
Earthquake
5.3
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Wildfire
4.9
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Landslide
4.3
Cold Wave
3.3
Drought
1.7
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 44046
5.7
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 44046, Ohio

ZIP 44046 covers part of the Huntsburg area, in the Great Lakes region. The surrounding region experiences cold winters with lake-effect snow in the north and warm, humid summers, with spring tornado risk and winter ice storms shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 44046's composite natural disaster risk at 5.7 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. Severe winter storms top the local risk profile, bringing blizzard conditions, ice storms, and extreme cold that pose health risks and cause extensive property and infrastructure damage. Residents should also account for wind and hail risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 44046's risk score, near the 5.8/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are winter, wind, and hail. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 44046'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 winter exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for ZIP 44046: Winter Weather preparedness

  • Insulate pipes and keep a backup heat source to prevent freezing during extended cold.
  • Maintain an emergency kit in your vehicle and home for snow- or ice-related power outages.
  • Clear roof snow loads when heavy to prevent structural strain and ice dams.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 44046

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 44046 from other communities in Ohio County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,500

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Great Lakes

Lake-effect snow & wind risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 41.5Β°

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: 4.9/10

Coordinates

41.5416Β° N, 81.0723Β° 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 44046

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.