Ohio Emergency Preparedness
Based on 52 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Ohio.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Ohio
Severe Storm (23 declarations)
Moderate Tornado (8 declarations)
Low Flood (17 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Ohio has had 52 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 23
Flood 17
Tornado 8
Biological 1
Hurricane 1
Mud/Landslide 1
Other 1
Recent Declarations
Tornadoes 2024-05-02
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-03-31
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslide 2019-06-18
Severe Storms, Flooding, And Landslides 2019-04-08
Severe Storms, Landslides, And Mudslides 2018-04-17
Preparedness Tips for Ohio
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed