Hardin storm history
Storm events recorded in Hardin, Ohio between 1950 and 2025.
351
Total events
10
Tornadoes
49
Hail
48
Floods
2
Deaths
$6.1M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
An Amish boy was killed when lightning struck the tree he was leaning against. He had taken shelter under the tree from the thunderstorm.
Strong winds of 40 to 50 miles per hour were sustained for several hours. Gusts over 60 mph were common. Widespread damage occurred across the region, from trees being blown down on powerlines, to significant crop losses and structural damage.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Based on surrounding observations, at least 6 inches of snow fell in the southern part of the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees were downed throughout the county, particularly near Ada.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was downed near the roadway.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of trees were downed in Ada.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
In Kenton, two reports of 2.5 inches of snow were received.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Nine miles north-northeast of Mt. Victory, 3 inches of snow was measured.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A barn roof was damaged.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was downed near the intersection of County Road 144 and Township Road 199.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was downed.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The tornado first touched down in the vicinity of west Espy Street and Robinson Avenue. Some minor tree limb damage was noted, with some sheet metal damage to buildings in this area, including roof damage to one structure between west Espy Street and U.S. Route 68. Damage was mor…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell onto a house.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several large branches were downed in the Ada area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees were downed.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was downed.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees were downed in the Alger area.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A combination of snow, blowing snow, and bitter wind chills created dangerous conditions for persons traveling and those without sufficient shelter.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
Wind chills fell below 25 below zero.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees were downed throughout Hardin County, especially in the Ada, Kenton and McGuffy areas.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A spotter in Kenton measured 8 inches of snow.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The first sign of tornadic damage was observed at a residence just southwest of the intersection of State Routes 309 and 235, where part of the roof was lifted off of a barn and multiple softwood trees were snapped and blown in multiple directions. The tornado then strengthened a…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was downed on St Paul Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was downed on Township Road 265 west of State Route 31.
High Wind High Wind
Trees were noted down across the county. The mesonet at Ada recorded a 48 mph gust.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Based on surrounding observations, it is estimated that portions of the county received up to 8 inches of snow.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A semi trailer was blown over.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A pine tree was downed near the Eagles Point Apartment complex.
High Wind High Wind
Several trees were downed across the county due to the strong winds.
Flood Flood
State Route 67 was closed due to high water.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees and power lines were downed near the intersection of North Martin Street and Smith Street.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree and other large limbs were knocked down on South Gormley Street.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees were reported down in Kenton; including on Market Street, Kohler Street and North Ida Street.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 30 inch diameter tree split about six feet from the base.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A bridge in Kenton was impassable due to high water.
Flood Flood
A few roads were closed due to high water in the Ada area.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The county garage measured 2.5 inches of snow near Kenton.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
One inch of snow was measured at the county garage south of Kenton.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The county garage near Kenton measured 2 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Law enforcement in Kenton estimated that 2 to 3 inches of snow had fallen, while the county garage in town measured 2 inches.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Temperatures in the middle to upper 90s combined with dewpoints in the upper 70s to create heat index values that exceeded 105 degrees for a second day in a row.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Temperatures in the 90s and dewpoints in the upper 70s to near 80 degrees created heat index values in excess of 105 degrees.
Flood Flood
Some roads were flooded just west of U.S. 68.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were downed.
Flood Flood
High water was reported on State Route 53 near Kenton.
Flood Flood
A couple of roads, including Route 67 and Route 53, still had water on them.
Flood Flood
Numerous farm fields and roads were flooded.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 9 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 | 12 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 1 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 18 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 |
| 2014 | 9 | 0 |
| 2013 | 16 | 0 |
| 2012 | 20 | 0 |
| 2011 | 20 | 1 |
| 2010 | 17 | 0 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 |
| 2008 | 10 | 0 |
| 2007 | 14 | 0 |
| 2006 | 6 | 0 |
| 2005 | 9 | 0 |
| 2004 | 11 | 0 |
| 2003 | 14 | 0 |
| 2002 | 9 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 | 10 | 0 |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | 6 | 0 |
| 1986 | 6 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | 5 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 |
| 1980 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 3 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | 1 | 1 |
| 1968 | 2 | 0 |
| 1966 | 3 | 0 |
| 1963 | 1 | 1 |
| 1962 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | 1 | 0 |