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View the free hail map with reports for Reading, PA from September 8, 2021. This event is marked as Complete, with a Light storm impact level and a Low Event Inspection Score.

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Event Inspection Score
Light
Storm Impact
Complete
Event Status
Sep 8, 2021
Event Date
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The Reading, PA hail swath map preview was last reviewed on August 27, 2026 and shows mapped hail estimates up to 0.75". There are 0 public hail reports, 20 public wind reports, and 2 nearby tornado reports listed for the September 8, 2021 event.

Region: Reading, PA
September 8, 2021 Hail swath map preview for Reading, PA on September 8, 2021
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Max Hail
0.75"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
0
Largest report: —
Public Wind Reports
20
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
2
Reports near map area

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Impact Area and Population for the Reading, PA Hail Map

The September 8, 2021 hail swath map for Reading, PA covers approximately 211 square miles and includes an estimated 54,833 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the < 0.50" hail band, covering 168 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the < 0.50" hail band with 41,365 people.

Mapped Impact Area
211 sq mi
Largest band: < 0.50"
Population Inside Footprint
54,833
Highest population band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"168 sq mi41,365
0.50-0.75"37 sq mi10,948
0.75-1.00"6 sq mi2,520

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Reading, PA Hail Swath Map

Inside the September 8, 2021 hail swath map area for Reading, PA, HailGeeks estimates 20,549 single-family homes, 3,163 townhomes, and 2,569 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the < 0.50" hail band, with 15,755 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
20,549
Largest band: < 0.50"
Townhomes
3,163
Largest band: < 0.50"
Multifamily Properties
2,569
Largest band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"15,7552,3961,680
0.50-0.75"3,934709539
0.75-1.00"86058350

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Affected Counties

Counties Inside the Reading, PA Hail Map

Hail from the September 8, 2021 storm was mapped across 6 counties in the Reading, PA region. York County, PA had the strongest mapped signal, peaking at 0.75" with roughly 5,754 single-family homes inside the swath.

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Reading, PA Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 6 cities near Reading, PA. Weigelstown, PA had the strongest mapped signal at 0.50", with an estimated 2,082 single-family homes exposed.

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ZIP Codes

ZIP Codes Inside the Reading, PA Hail Swath Map

At the ZIP level, the September 8, 2021 Reading, PA hail map spans 11 ZIP codes. ZIP 17316 shows the strongest local signal, with mapped hail estimates up to 0.75" and an estimated single-family-home exposure of 1,458.

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the September 8, 2021 hail map for Reading, PA currently list 0 public hail reports, 20 public wind reports, and 2 tornado reports.

Date & TimeWind SpeedCityStateDescription
September 8, 2021
4:30 PM CT
FremontPASEVERAL TREES DOWN ALONG ROUTE 104.
September 8, 2021
4:30 PM CT
2 SE MiddleburgPAMULTIPLE TREES DOWN.
September 8, 2021
4:40 PM CT
1 S FreeburgPASEVERAL TREES DOWN AND TWO SHEDS DESTROYED.
September 8, 2021
4:45 PM CT
2 ENE FreeburgPANUMEROUS TREES AND WIRES DOWN ALONG PRODUCE RD. TWO TREES DOWN ON A HOUSE.
September 8, 2021
4:50 PM CT
2 E ReslerPANUMEROUS TREES DOWN BETWEEN STATE RD AND LOWER AUGUSTA.
September 8, 2021
5:10 PM CT
2 ENE StoningtonPANUMEROUS TREES DOWN.
September 8, 2021
6:40 PM CT
3 NW Tobyhanna TwpPATREES AND WIRES DOWN ALONG LOCUST RIDGE ROAD NEAR ARROWHEAD LAKE. TIME BASED ON RADAR.
September 8, 2021
7:12 PM CT
1 N Pocono Mountains MuPATREE LIMBS WERE DOWNED ONTO WIRES NEAR HEMLOCK DR AT SHARBAUGH RD.
September 8, 2021
8:00 PM CT
1 N Wind GapPATREE DOWN ACROSS NORTH BROADWAY AT TRIBE LANE. TIME BASED ON RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:28 PM CT
2 S RobesoniaPATREE AND WIRES DOWN IN SOUTH HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:32 PM CT
1 SSW WernersvillePATREES DOWN ON PREMISES OF WERNERSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:40 PM CT
1 N Spring TwpPAMULTIPLE TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN ON HOUSES AND VEHICLES.
September 8, 2021
9:40 PM CT
West LawnPATREE ON GARAGE ON CLEVELAND AVENUE IN SPRING TOWNSHIP. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:42 PM CT
WyomissingPATREE DOWN ON GARAGE... TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:43 PM CT
Bern TwpPAMULTIPLE LARGE TREES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:48 PM CT
ShillingtonPATREE AND WIRES DOWN ON 601 BROBST STREET IN SHILLINGTON BOROUGH. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:50 PM CT
Exeter TwpPALARGE BRANCHES AND WIRES DOWN IN EXETER TOWNSHIP... TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
9:58 PM CT
2 N Mount PennPATREE ON WIRES ON ANGORA ROAD IN LOWER ALSACE TOWNSHIP. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
September 8, 2021
11:35 PM CT
3 SSE DarlingtonMDTREES DOWN ON DARLINGTON ROAD NEAR WILKINSON LANE.
September 8, 2021
9:55 PM CT
61 mph1 NE ReadingPAWIND GUST MEASURED AT SITE EW3190 (ELEVATION 1115 FT).
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This table includes only public storm reports connected to the September 8, 2021 Reading, PA 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 Reading, PA Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Reading, PA region as the September 8, 2021 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Jul 29, 2021 through Aug 27, 2021, with mapped hail estimates ranging from 0.75" to 1.25". In this set, the strongest related map reached 1.25", and the most recent map shown is from Aug 27, 2021.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Reading, PA

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the September 8, 2021 Reading, PA hail event.

How big was the hail in Reading, PA on September 8, 2021?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 0.75" in the Reading, PA area on September 8, 2021.
How accurate is this Reading, PA 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 September 8, 2021 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of Low mean?
For this Reading, PA event, the Event Inspection Score is Low. 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 Reading, PA hail area?
An estimated 54,833 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 211 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 September 8, 2021 Reading, PA event, public storm report tables currently list 0 hail reports, 20 wind reports, and 2 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Reading, PA hail map for my business or content?
Yes. This hail map is free to use and share for marketing, print, blogs, content, research, and similar uses as long as attribution is included with a link back to this page. Use the Share button on the map to copy a ready-made credit line. Use is also subject to our Terms of Use.
How often is this hail map updated?
This event map was generated shortly after the storm and was last reviewed on August 27, 2026. It may be updated as additional hail data or public storm reports become available.
My home is in the Reading, PA area — what should I do?
If your address falls inside a mapped hail band from the September 8, 2021 storm event, check a free Hail Report by Address for an address-level first look. You can also ask a qualified local pro whether a closer roof or exterior review may make sense.
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