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Hail Map with Reports for Columbus, GA

View the free hail map with reports for Columbus, GA from August 20, 2026. This event is marked as Complete, with a Moderate storm impact level and a Moderate Event Inspection Score.

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Moderate
Event Inspection Score
Moderate
Storm Impact
Complete
Event Status
Aug 20, 2026
Event Date
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Hail Swath Map Preview

The Columbus, GA hail swath map preview was last reviewed on August 30, 2026 and shows mapped hail estimates up to 1.50". There are 0 public hail reports, 6 public wind reports, and 0 nearby tornado reports listed for the August 20, 2026 event.

Region: Columbus, GA
August 20, 2026 Hail swath map preview for Columbus, GA on August 20, 2026
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Max Hail
1.50"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
0
Largest report: —
Public Wind Reports
6
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
0
Reports near map area

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Impact Area and Population for the Columbus, GA Hail Map

The August 20, 2026 hail swath map for Columbus, GA covers approximately 237 square miles and includes an estimated 10,087 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the < 0.50" hail band, covering 108 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the 0.50-0.75" hail band with 3,587 people.

Mapped Impact Area
237 sq mi
Largest band: < 0.50"
Population Inside Footprint
10,087
Highest population band: 0.50-0.75"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"108 sq mi3,138
0.50-0.75"83 sq mi3,587
0.75-1.00"27 sq mi1,599
1.00-1.25"10 sq mi1,064
1.25-1.50"8 sq mi675
1.50-1.75"2 sq mi24

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Columbus, GA Hail Swath Map

Inside the August 20, 2026 hail swath map area for Columbus, GA, HailGeeks estimates 3,859 single-family homes, 77 townhomes, and 1,236 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the < 0.50" hail band, with 1,040 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
3,859
Largest band: < 0.50"
Townhomes
77
Largest band: < 0.50"
Multifamily Properties
1,236
Largest band: 0.50-0.75"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"1,04045291
0.50-0.75"1,03823504
0.75-1.00"7116193
1.00-1.25"6641215
1.25-1.50"400233
1.50-1.75"600

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Columbus, GA Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 2 cities near Columbus, GA. Americus, GA had the strongest mapped signal at 1.00", with an estimated 2,241 single-family homes exposed.

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the August 20, 2026 hail map for Columbus, GA currently list 0 public hail reports, 6 public wind reports, and 0 tornado reports.

Date & TimeWind SpeedCityStateDescription
August 20, 2026
6:04 PM CT
3 Wsw AmericusGAMultiple trees down. Several on or near mobile homes.
August 20, 2026
6:05 PM CT
3 Wsw AmericusGATree reported down at the 100 block of E Rock Hills Dr.
August 20, 2026
6:05 PM CT
3 Wsw AmericusGASeveral trees down along Hwy 49.
August 20, 2026
6:06 PM CT
3 Wsw AmericusGAMultiple trees down and some shingles blown off a barn along West Rockhill Drive.
August 20, 2026
6:58 PM CT
2 Ese YeomansGA511GA reports fallen trees on SR 45 northbound at Scrap Israel Road with the left lane blocked.
August 20, 2026
7:50 PM CT
OaklandGATree down along Oakland Road near Quail Chase Drive.
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This table includes only public storm reports connected to the August 20, 2026 Columbus, GA storm event. When available, each report may include the time, size or magnitude, city, state, and a short description.

Related Hail Maps

Related Hail Maps in the Columbus, GA Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Columbus, GA region as the August 20, 2026 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Aug 5, 2026 through Aug 14, 2026, with mapped hail estimates ranging from 0.75" to 1.50". In this set, the strongest related map reached 1.50", and the most recent map shown is from Aug 14, 2026.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Columbus, GA

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A free Hail Report by Address and a Remote Hail Inspection can help you look beyond the August 20, 2026 hail map visuals alone. They do not confirm property damage and do not replace an on-site inspection for a property in the Columbus, GA region, but they can help you make a more informed next decision before anyone climbs on the roof.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the August 20, 2026 Columbus, GA hail event.

How big was the hail in Columbus, GA on August 20, 2026?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 1.50" in the Columbus, GA area on August 20, 2026.
How accurate is this Columbus, GA hail map?
This hail map is based on mapped hail estimates, with public storm report context shown where available. It helps show where stronger hail may have occurred during the August 20, 2026 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of Moderate mean?
For this Columbus, GA event, the Event Inspection Score is Moderate. The score reflects how strong the hail-history signal is and whether a closer roof or exterior review may make sense. A higher score means a stronger signal, not confirmed damage.
How many people were in the Columbus, GA hail area?
An estimated 10,087 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 237 square miles. This is an estimate of residents inside the storm area, not a count of people who reported damage.
How many storm reports came from this event?
For the August 20, 2026 Columbus, GA event, public storm report tables currently list 0 hail reports, 6 wind reports, and 0 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Columbus, GA hail map for my business or content?
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How often is this hail map updated?
This event map was generated shortly after the storm and was last reviewed on August 30, 2026. It may be updated as additional hail data or public storm reports become available.
My home is in the Columbus, GA area — what should I do?
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