Newark, Ohio: natural disaster risk
How exposed Newark is to floods, storms and other hazards, from FEMA and NOAA records for Licking County.
Newark is a city of 50,783 people in Licking County, Ohio. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Licking County relatively low for natural hazards overall, lower than most of the US. The costliest hazards there are inland flooding, hail and tornado, with about $47.7 million in expected losses a year across the county. The weather service has logged 585 storm reports in the county since 1956, including 29 tornadoes and 84 floods. About 0.6% of homes in the county carry federal flood insurance.
Risk figures are for Licking County. FEMA National Risk Index December 2025; NOAA Storm Events; US Census Bureau ACS 2020 to 2024. Updated November 6, 2026.
Top risks in Newark
Full Licking County report ›- Check the FEMA flood map for your address, and ask the seller or landlord about past flooding.
- Price a flood policy now. Most new federal policies take 30 days to start.
- Ask about the roof age and any impact-rated shingles.
- Check your home policy for a separate wind and hail deductible.
- Pick a shelter spot: a basement, or an inside room on the lowest floor with no windows.
- Turn on emergency alerts on your phone and keep a weather radio.
All hazards
| Hazard | Rating | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Inland flooding | $33M | |
| Hail | $4M | |
| Tornado | $2M | |
| Strong wind | $2M | |
| Heat wave | $2M | |
| Lightning | $1M | |
| Ice storm | $761K | |
| Earthquake | $755K | |
| Cold wave | $704K | |
| Drought | $493K | |
| Winter weather | $405K | |
| Landslide | $82K |
Homes in Newark
Older homes and mobile homes usually take more damage in storms, floods and earthquakes. Ask about roof age, flood history and retrofits before you buy or rent.
Strongest tornadoes in Licking County
Common questions about Newark
Is Newark safe from natural disasters?
Newark is in Licking County, which FEMA's National Risk Index rates relatively low overall, lower than most of the US. The biggest hazards are inland flooding, hail, tornado. No place is free of risk, so check the flood map and insurance for any home you consider.
What natural disasters happen in Newark?
By expected yearly losses in Licking County, the top hazards are inland flooding (Moderate), hail (High), tornado (Low). Licking County has been part of 19 federal disaster or emergency declarations for natural events.
Does Newark get tornadoes?
Yes. NOAA records list 29 tornadoes in Licking County since 1950; the strongest was an F3 tornado on May 31, 1985. FEMA rates tornado risk in the county low.
Do I need flood insurance in Newark?
Standard home insurance does not cover floods. In Licking County, about 0.6% of homes have federal flood insurance, and FEMA rates inland flooding risk moderate. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and get a quote even outside a high-risk zone.