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View the free hail map with reports for Lancaster, PA from August 7, 2023. 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 7, 2023
Event Date
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Hail Swath Map Preview

The Lancaster, PA hail swath map preview was last reviewed on August 28, 2026 and shows mapped hail estimates up to 2.25". There are 0 public hail reports, 113 public wind reports, and 4 nearby tornado reports listed for the August 7, 2023 event.

Region: Lancaster, PA
August 7, 2023 Hail swath map preview for Lancaster, PA on August 7, 2023
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Max Hail
2.25"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
0
Largest report: —
Public Wind Reports
113
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
4
Reports near map area

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Map Footprint

Impact Area and Population for the Lancaster, PA Hail Map

The August 7, 2023 hail swath map for Lancaster, PA covers approximately 893 square miles and includes an estimated 486,991 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the < 0.50" hail band, covering 429 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the < 0.50" hail band with 267,281 people.

Mapped Impact Area
893 sq mi
Largest band: < 0.50"
Population Inside Footprint
486,991
Highest population band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"429 sq mi267,281
0.50-0.75"284 sq mi165,620
0.75-1.00"92 sq mi37,648
1.00-1.25"37 sq mi12,283
1.25-1.50"19 sq mi1,974
1.50-1.75"22 sq mi1,507
1.75-2.00"5 sq mi328
2.00-2.25"4 sq mi281
2.25-2.50"2 sq mi69

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Lancaster, PA Hail Swath Map

Inside the August 7, 2023 hail swath map area for Lancaster, PA, HailGeeks estimates 156,271 single-family homes, 45,043 townhomes, and 75,032 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the < 0.50" hail band, with 84,588 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
156,271
Largest band: < 0.50"
Townhomes
45,043
Largest band: < 0.50"
Multifamily Properties
75,032
Largest band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"84,58825,43344,586
0.50-0.75"52,33715,77025,304
0.75-1.00"13,0952,8764,662
1.00-1.25"4,475844294
1.25-1.50"7436779
1.50-1.75"7124972
1.75-2.00"15838
2.00-2.25"129127
2.25-2.50"3400

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Lancaster, PA Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 42 cities near Lancaster, PA. Taneytown, MD had the strongest mapped signal at 1.50", with an estimated 1,453 single-family homes exposed.

TaneytownMD
1K homes in the hail path
EmmitsburgMD
790 homes in the hail path
ParkvillePA
3K homes in the hail path
ThurmontMD
214 homes in the hail path
GracehamMD
56 homes in the hail path
NewarkDE
4K homes in the hail path
Village Green-Green RidgePA
4K homes in the hail path
ParkvilleMD
3K homes in the hail path
ElsmereDE
3K homes in the hail path
TowsonMD
3K homes in the hail path
ReisterstownMD
3K homes in the hail path
Mays ChapelMD
3K homes in the hail path
Showing 12 of 42 cities

City cards show where the August 7, 2023 Lancaster, PA hail activity was mapped, but your ZIP can show a closer local signal. Get a free Hail Report by ZIP, and if the signal looks meaningful, ask a local pro about a Remote Hail Inspection to see whether an on-site roof or exterior review may be worth scheduling.

ZIP Codes

ZIP Codes Inside the Lancaster, PA Hail Swath Map

At the ZIP level, the August 7, 2023 Lancaster, PA hail map spans 64 ZIP codes. ZIP 21787 shows the strongest local signal, with mapped hail estimates up to 2.25" and an estimated single-family-home exposure of 3,693.

21787Taneytown, MD
4K homes in the hail path
21727Emmitsburg, MD
1K homes in the hail path
21757MD
964 homes in the hail path
21778MD
515 homes in the hail path
21788Thurmont, MD
1K homes in the hail path
17331Hanover, PA
11K homes in the hail path
17325Lake Heritage, PA
3K homes in the hail path
17340Littlestown, PA
2K homes in the hail path
21158Westminster, MD
2K homes in the hail path
21117Owings Mills, MD
6K homes in the hail path
19810Arden, DE
5K homes in the hail path
19014Village Green-Green Ridge, PA
5K homes in the hail path
Showing 12 of 64 ZIP codes

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the August 7, 2023 hail map for Lancaster, PA currently list 0 public hail reports, 113 public wind reports, and 4 tornado reports.

Date & TimeWind SpeedCityStateDescription
August 7, 2023
2:50 PM CT
2 SSE New OxfordPACorrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 SSE New Oxford. Tree down across Red Hill Rd. Time estimated by radar.
August 7, 2023
2:51 PM CT
1 ENE ThurmontMDOne tree down due to thunderstorm winds at the intersection of Apple Church Road and Carol Street.
August 7, 2023
3:28 PM CT
3 W KeysvilleMDTrees down onto roadway near the intersection of MD 76 and Mumma Ford Road.
August 7, 2023
3:34 PM CT
2 E FrederickMDFrederick County MD summary: 66 calls for roadway hazards... 53 calls for trees in roadway... 24 calls for wires down.
August 7, 2023
3:34 PM CT
3 NNW New MarketMDOne tree down due to thunderstorm winds along the 6700 block of Oakridge Road.
August 7, 2023
3:34 PM CT
3 SE ThurmontMDOne tree down due to thunderstorm winds at the intersection of Rt. 550 and Graceham Road.
August 7, 2023
3:39 PM CT
WoodsboroMDMultiple trees down in Woodsboro. Power lines also down.
August 7, 2023
3:40 PM CT
2 ENE Park MillsMDTwo large trees twisted off about 25 feet above the ground. One down onto the ground. One down onto nearby residence.
August 7, 2023
3:42 PM CT
3 NNW New MarketMDOne tree down onto a house due to thunderstorm winds along the 6700 block of Oakridge Road.
August 7, 2023
3:45 PM CT
1 S New MarketMDMultiple trees down due thunderstorm winds at the interection of Ed McClain Road and MD-75.
August 7, 2023
3:45 PM CT
4 S GettysburgPATrees down on Route 15. Time estimated by radar.
August 7, 2023
3:48 PM CT
MiddleburgMDDozens of trees down in and around Middleburg.
August 7, 2023
3:48 PM CT
2 W Wagners MillMDTrees and wires down due to thunderstorm winds along the 200 block of Springdale Road.
August 7, 2023
3:49 PM CT
FrederickMDTransformer and wires down due to thunderstorm winds along the 2400 block of Marston Road.
August 7, 2023
3:51 PM CT
7 NNW WestminsterMDTrees down on Littlestown Pike.
August 7, 2023
3:52 PM CT
7 ENE TaneytownMDSeveral large trees down due to thunderstorm winds at the intersection of MD-97 and Mayberry Road.
August 7, 2023
3:56 PM CT
2 ESE WestminsterMDUtility pole down near the intersection of Maryland 140 and Maryland 97
August 7, 2023
3:57 PM CT
ManchesterMDMultiple trees down in Manchester. Some onto cars.
August 7, 2023
3:57 PM CT
2 ESE WestminsterMDMultiple power line poles down onto MD Rt 140 near Gorsuch Road.
August 7, 2023
3:57 PM CT
1 N WatersvilleMDTree down near Carroll Community College.
Showing 113 public wind reports

This table includes only public storm reports connected to the August 7, 2023 Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, PA Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Lancaster, PA region as the August 7, 2023 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Jul 23, 2023 through Aug 4, 2023, 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 4, 2023.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Lancaster, PA

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A free Hail Report by Address and a Remote Hail Inspection can help you look beyond the August 7, 2023 hail map visuals alone. They do not confirm property damage and do not replace an on-site inspection for a property in the Lancaster, PA 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 7, 2023 Lancaster, PA hail event.

How big was the hail in Lancaster, PA on August 7, 2023?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 2.25" in the Lancaster, PA area on August 7, 2023.
How accurate is this Lancaster, 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 August 7, 2023 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of Moderate mean?
For this Lancaster, PA 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 Lancaster, PA hail area?
An estimated 486,991 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 893 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 7, 2023 Lancaster, PA event, public storm report tables currently list 0 hail reports, 113 wind reports, and 4 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Lancaster, PA 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 28, 2026. It may be updated as additional hail data or public storm reports become available.
My home is in the Lancaster, PA area — what should I do?
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