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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 17603

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 17603 from June 4, 1971 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
13
Wind Reports
37
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 17603 · 1971–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 17603

13 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 29, 2012
5:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Millersville, PA
0.75″ hail
May 31, 2010
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Hamilton Park, PA
1.00″ hail
May 31, 2010
4:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail reported at Millersville University.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Millersville, PA
0.88″ hail
May 14, 2010
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 NE West Lancaster, PA
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2010
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Millersville, PA
0.88″ hail
Mar 29, 2009
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported near Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Bausman, PA
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2008
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported quarter-sized hail at Millersville University.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Millersville, PA
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2008
4:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported golf-ball sized hail in Millersville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Millersville, PA
1.75″ hail
May 10, 2000
3:45 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Millersville, PA
0.80″ hail
May 6, 1998
2:12 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail fell in Millersville and just north of Lancaster. Pea size hail covered the ground in Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: Millersville, PA
0.80″ hail
May 6, 1998
2:04 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Millersville, PA
1.75″ hail
Jun 4, 1996
5:09 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SW Lancaster, PA
1.75″ hail
Jun 4, 1971
5:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
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Hail Damage Risk for Your Home +

Hail reports describe hail by diameter, often comparing stone size to familiar objects like peas, quarters, golf balls, and softballs. Use this guide as a starting point for possible hail damage to your roof, siding, gutters, vents, windows, and exterior. Actual hail damage depends on hail hardness, density, wind speed, impact angle, roof age, shingle condition, roof pitch, roofing material, installation quality, and prior storm damage.

Pea
0.25″
Low

Usually too small to cause hail damage to most sound asphalt roofs, siding, or gutters.

Mothball
0.50″
Sub-Severe Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but not always harmless. Repeated small hail can scuff surfaces, wear aging shingles, and loosen protective granules over time.

Penny
0.75″
Minor / Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but roof hail damage is still possible on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged shingles. May also mark screens, vents, gutters, and soft metal.

Nickel
0.88″
Minor / Watch

Still below the severe-hail threshold, but large enough to leave visible marks on soft metal and add wear to older or hail-weakened roof shingles.

Quarter
1.00″
Watch

The NWS severe-hail threshold. Quarter-size hail can bruise shingles, dent soft metal, and create roof hail damage worth checking.

Half Dollar
1.25″
Watch

More likely to dent gutters, vents, flashing, and siding. Hail damage risk rises quickly on older roofs or hail-weakened shingles.

Ping Pong / Walnut
1.50″
Likely

Hail damage becomes more likely, including bruised shingles, granule loss, dented siding, and damaged roof vents.

Golf Ball
1.75″
Likely

Often causes roof hail damage, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged flashing, and siding impacts. A roof inspection is recommended.

Hen Egg
2.00″
Serious

Can crack or puncture shingles, expose mat, dent siding, and cause widespread hail damage across the roof and exterior.

Tennis Ball
2.50″
Serious

Can cause heavy roof hail damage, punctured siding, broken skylights, damaged vents, and widespread exterior damage.

Baseball
2.75″
Major

Major hail damage is likely, including severe roof impacts, damaged siding, broken windows, and possible major roof repairs.

Tea Cup / Large Apple
3.00″
Major

Can cause heavy hail damage across the roof, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior. Significant repairs are often needed.

Softball
4.00″
Extreme

Destructive hail damage. Can severely damage roofing materials, siding, windows, gutters, vents, vehicles, and exterior surfaces.

Grapefruit
4.50″
Extreme

Catastrophic hail damage risk for roofs, windows, vehicles, siding, gutters, and exterior surfaces.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service hail size references are used for hail-size comparisons and the 1.00″ severe-hail threshold. Damage descriptions are general homeowner guidance, not official NOAA/NWS damage ratings. Sub-severe hail under 1.00″ is below the severe threshold, but that does not mean “no roof damage.” Penny- to nickel-size hail can still contribute to granule loss, cosmetic surface marks, and added wear, especially on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged roofs.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near ZIP 17603

37 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
4:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires down across Fremont Street on the 750 block.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Lancaster, PA
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
8:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking the road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Millersville, PA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
1:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and wires down on the south side of Lancaster.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Lancaster, PA
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2026
4:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down over roadway on Shultz Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Willow Street, PA
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2026
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires Down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Millersville, PA
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2026
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires Down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Mountville, PA
UNK mph
May 20, 2026
8:14 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down at the intersection of Charlestown Road and PA 741.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Millersville, PA
UNK mph
May 20, 2026
7:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down on Rohrerstown Road in East Hempfield Township.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Millersville, PA
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2025
3:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: tree blocking road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Lancaster, PA
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2025
3:47 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Lancaster, PA
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2025
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PA-741 Is closed at the intersection of New Danville Pike and Marticville Road due to down trees and wires making the road impassable.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Millersville, PA
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2025
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking Bean Hill Road in Lancaster Township.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Millersville, PA
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2024
12:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down at Eckman Rd and Brenneman Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Willow Street, PA
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2024
12:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down with some on homes along Marietta Avenue between US Route 30 and Little Conestoga Creek.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Lancaster, PA
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2024
7:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in Lancaster... Pequea... and West Lampeter Twps.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Millersville, PA
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Wind Damage Risk for Your Home +

Storm reports list thunderstorm wind gusts in mph. The NWS marks storms as severe at 58+ mph, but wind damage to your home depends on roof age, shingle condition, installation, exposure, nearby trees, and prior hail or wind damage.

Below Severe
Under 58 mph
Minor

Usually little damage to a sound roof, but loose shingles, flashing, or debris may shift.

Severe
58–74 mph
Watch

Can loosen shingles, lift flashing, break limbs, and damage gutters, siding, fences, or trim.

Damaging
75–90 mph
Serious

Can peel shingles, damage vents, tear siding, rip gutters, and expose weak roof areas.

Extreme
90+ mph
Major

Can cause major roof covering loss, tree damage, broken windows, and structural damage.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service storm reports. Gusts may be measured or estimated; actual wind damage varies by roof condition, exposure, and prior hail or wind damage.

Latest NWS Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 17603

3 reports
UNK category
Aug 20, 2026
8:38 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-0 Tornado_ Max Estimated winds 85 mph_ path length 0.49 miles_ path width 125 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 Nw Millersville, PA
UNK category
Aug 20, 2026
8:37 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief EF-0 tornado occurred near Habecker Church Rd. It had a path length of 0.3 miles and path width of 75 yards. The estimated maximum wind speed was 65 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 Ese Mountville, PA
EF1 category
Sep 29, 2015
11:40 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 17603
Lancaster County · 120,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service in State College confirmed an EF-1 tornado, with peak winds around 95 mph, near Rohrerstown in East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County. The tornado touched down around 12:40 am on September 30, 2015. ||The tornado tracked from southeast to northwest along a 2.5-mile path, with two segments of concentrated damage. The first segment covered an approximate one-half mile stretch from the Limespring Farm across US Route 30 and up a nearby hill-side before lifting. The circulation traveled aloft for about 1 mile with a second touchdown just southeast of Centerville Road on Stonebridge Drive. The tornado then crossed Nolt Road and then dissipated just before reaching Bowman Road.||The initial touchdown occurred on the 2300 block of Noll Road between the Limespring Farm and Rohrerstown Elementary School. The Survey team observed an extensive area of healthy snapped and uprooted trees /1 to 2 feet in diameter/ exhibiting a clear convergent signature. Additional damage at the Limespring Farm property included a destroyed outbuilding shed.||Damage indicators confirmed the tornado reached peak intensity as it impacted an industrial warehouse located on Running Pump Road just south of US Route 30. Winds in excess of 90 mph blew in one of the metal garage doors at a loading bay and lifted off a large section of the warehouse roof, which eventually lead to the|partial collapse of interior walls. The local fire chief estimated over 35 percent loss of the roof, with debris blown and deposited on to US Route 30. A wood pallet skid was projected into the side of the warehouse making a clear dent in the building. Two horizontal beams were twisted and detached on the front side of the warehouse where the winds exited the building. Large sections of metal siding were removed from the warehouse. Insulation from the warehouse was recovered at the Four Seasons golf course. Damage along the second tornado path segment consisted mainly of snapped and uprooted trees. There were no injuries.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .05 W Rohrerstown, PA
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Tornado Damage Risk for Your Home +

After a tornado, the National Weather Service assigns an EF rating from EF0 to EF5 based on surveyed damage. The rating estimates wind speed from what the tornado damaged, so actual damage can vary by construction quality, roof age, garage doors, windows, trees, debris, and how close the home was to the tornado path.

EF0
65–85 mph
Light

Can peel shingles, damage gutters or siding, break tree limbs, and toss loose outdoor items.

EF1
86–110 mph
Moderate

Can strip roof covering, damage exterior doors, break windows, snap trees, and cause heavier siding or gutter damage.

EF2
111–135 mph
Serious

Can tear off large sections of roofing, break or uproot trees, destroy weaker structures, and cause major exterior damage.

EF3–EF5
136+ mph
Severe

Can remove roofs and walls, destroy large portions of homes, toss vehicles, and cause severe to total destruction near the path.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service. EF ratings are assigned after a post-storm damage survey and are based on observed damage, not a direct measurement at every home.

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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 17603 area census snapshot

People & households
Population66,788
Households26,801
Housing units28,142
Income
Median household income$77,156
$100k+ households43.3%
$150k+ households16.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached9,724
Attached single-family10,469
Small multifamily4,697
Large multifamily2,544
Mobile homes708
Housing mix
Single-family share34.6%
Attached-home share37.2%
Multifamily share25.7%
Mobile-home share2.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied16,732
Renter-occupied10,069
Vacant units1,341
Home value & age
Median home value$244,500
Owner homes $300k+29.7%
Owner homes $500k+9.4%
Owner homes $750k+3.4%
Median year built1959
Older-home share68.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars24,657
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 17603 have on record?

Our records show 13 hail, 37 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 17603, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 17603?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 17603 is 1.75″. It was reported near N Millersville, PA on June 10, 2008.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 17603 — does that mean my roof is damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report only means hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby; it does not confirm damage at any specific address, and conditions change from block to block. Check an address-level hail report first, and if it looks significant, find a local pro that serves ZIP 17603 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 17603 — why should I look at its storm history?

Recent hail or wind can leave a roof or exterior with damage that is easy to miss during a walkthrough, and a recent roof replacement is sometimes an insurance job after a storm. Reviewing the storm history for a ZIP 17603 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 17603 — how does this help me?

Knowing the storm history for your address lets you answer buyer questions with confidence, document repairs you have already made, and decide whether a pre-listing roof check is worthwhile. A clear hail history removes a common sticking point during negotiations.

How do I check hail history for a specific ZIP 17603 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 17603 — no phone number or email required. It shows recent hail activity for that address so you know whether a closer roof or exterior review makes sense.

Where does this storm report data come from, and what are its limits?

Storm reports on this page are public reports from storm events in and around ZIP 17603, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 17603, but they do not confirm damage at any specific property. Report locations, sizes, and times may be approximate and can vary from what an individual home experienced. For property-specific hail history, use an address-level hail report or contact a participating local professional for a remote hail inspection. Pros inclusion is not an endorsement, and contacting a professional does not confirm damage at any property.

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