9
Extreme
Winter Storm Risk in Columbus, OH
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Columbus's county as Very High risk for this hazard
- Estimated annual loss of $43M from this hazard type
- 4 events on record in proximity
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 3.6 events per year
Peak season: December-March
Last significant event: Winter Weather - Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, United States (2026-02-23) — 5,950,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms
6
Columbus, OH
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
How Columbus Compares
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Notable Winter Storm Events Near Columbus
Winter Weather - Eastern Indiana, Northern Kentucky, Central _ SW Ohio, United States
February 5, 2026 — ADVISORY
5,950,000 people exposed; $712,775M capital exposed
Winter Weather - Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, United States
February 22, 2026 — ADVISORY
5,950,000 people exposed; $712,775M capital exposed
Winter Storm - Central, United States
February 13, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm - Central, United States
February 8, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stock emergency supplies including extra blankets, food, water, and medications
- 2.Insulate pipes and know how to shut off water in case of pipe bursts
- 3.Keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full during winter months
- 4.Have alternative heating sources and carbon monoxide detectors
- 5.Stay off roads during ice storms and heavy snow events
Related Pages
Earthquake Risk in Columbus
Score: 5/10
Wildfire Risk in Columbus
Score: 1/10
Hurricane Risk in Columbus
Score: 1/10
Flood Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
Tornado Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
Landslide Risk in Columbus
Score: 3/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
Drought Risk in Columbus
Score: 3/10
High Wind Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
Tsunami Risk in Columbus
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Indianapolis, IN
Score: 7/10
Winter Storm Risk in Louisville, KY
Score: 7/10
Winter Storm Risk in Chicago, IL
Score: 9/10
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