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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports on May 17, 2015

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across the United States on May 17, 2015 from May 17, 2015 through May 17, 2015, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
3
Wind Reports
62
Tornado Reports
12
Max Hail Size
0.88″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  United States · May 17, 2015 · 2015–present Updated  Daily · last May 17, 2015

NWS Hail Reports on May 17, 2015

3 reports
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0.88″ hail
May 17, 2015
2:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for May 17, 2015
Meeker County · 8,708 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.2 NE Darwin, MN
0.75″ hail
May 17, 2015
2:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for May 17, 2015
Meeker County · 8,708 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .49 E Darwin, MN
0.88″ hail
May 17, 2015
12:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for May 17, 2015
Kandiyohi County · 15,029 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Willmar, MN
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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.

NWS Wind Reports on May 17, 2015

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58 mph
May 17, 2015
11:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Hinds County · 72,975 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple of trees were blown down. A large oak tree was blown down across Lebanon Pinegrove Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.96 NNW Terry, MS
60 mph
May 17, 2015
10:58 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Copiah County · 7,960 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple of trees were blown down along Highway 547.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.08 NW Allen, MS
61 mph
May 17, 2015
10:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Claiborne County · 2,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were blown down in the southeast part of the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.89 ENE Pattison, MS
69 mph
May 17, 2015
8:17 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Jefferson County · 1,834 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A swath of damaging winds occurred across Jefferson County, which brought down trees and powerlines across the county. A roof was blown off of a bank on Main Street in Fayette.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.91 NW Cannonsburg, MS
69 mph
May 17, 2015
7:43 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Boone County · 2,279 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported winds to near 70 mph. This resulted in tree limbs of 2 to 3 inches in diameter being blown down. There were also center irrigation pivots overturned as well.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Cedar Rapids, NE
58 mph
May 17, 2015
7:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Adams County · 10,598 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines were blown down in the Morgantown area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.24 NW Johnsville, MS
58 mph
May 17, 2015
7:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Concordia Parish · 6,293 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple of trees and large limbs were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .59 E Concordia Jct, LA
69 mph
May 17, 2015
4:33 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Chicot County · 3,818 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three large oak trees were uprooted along Highway 82. One tree caused damage to a workshop. There was a 300 yard long path with numerous trees down and laying in different directions. A tree fell on a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: .9 NW Myrtle Grove, AR
60 mph
May 17, 2015
4:20 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Sumner County · 59,568 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WKRN-TV reported 2 trees were snapped at a home in Gallatin.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Gallatin, TN
60 mph
May 17, 2015
4:12 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Sumner County · 59,568 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two small trees were snapped on Anderson Lane in Hendersonville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.76 SW Saundersville, TN
58 mph
May 17, 2015
4:07 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Ashley County · 6,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A powerline was blown down along Highway 165.
NWS Wind Report Location: .9 NE Portland, AR
63 mph
May 17, 2015
3:59 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Minor tree branch damage was reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: .5 E Grafton, IA
75 mph
May 17, 2015
3:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Sumner County · 59,568 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An NWS storm survey found a microburst caused wind damage over a 2 mile long by 1 mile wide area just west and north of downtown Portland. Numerous trees, power lines, and a few power poles were blown down in this area, with one tree falling on a house on Morningside Drive and a power pole falling on a car on College Street. A tree also fell and blocked the intersection of North Russell Street and Kirby Drive. The roof of the dugout at a baseball field at Portland High School was blown off, and a carport roof was blown down at Portland Builders Supply. Winds were estimated up to 75 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.09 W Portland, TN
58 mph
May 17, 2015
3:33 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Morehouse Parish · 8,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees were blown down in the Bastrop area.
NWS Wind Report Location: .9 SW Bastrop, LA
58 mph
May 17, 2015
2:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for May 17, 2015
Coffee County · 17,321 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down onto power lines on Meredith Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.82 W Enterprise, AL
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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.

NWS Tornado Reports on May 17, 2015

12 reports
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
2:31 PM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Shawano County · 16,240 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado, rated EF0, formed at 3:31 PM CDT and produced intermittent damage along a nearly five mile long path, dissipating at 3:40 PM CDT. At least a dozen trees along the path sustained damage (DI 28, DOD 1-3) and a barn lost several shingles (DI 1, DOD 1).
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.61 WSW Morgan, WI
EF1 category
May 17, 2015
2:30 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Tangipahoa Parish · 38,903 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down near Sibley Road about 1/4 mile east of Woodhaven Road, uprooting two hardwood trees. The track continued north-northwest with damage increasing significantly once the tornado reached Joel McDonald Road. On the far east and south side of the road, two houses had damage to their metal roofs with several sections missing. Barns and sheds in the yards of those homes were no longer intact. A metal roof from one of the sheds was found in a tree just above power line height. Across the street from these two homes were two mobile homes, both parallel to Joel McDonald Road. One mobile home was rolled onto its roof and the other was pushed off its blocks. Both were strapped down, with some straps snapping while others remained attached to the anchors which were uprooted. The tornado continued north-northwest toward Gene McDonald Road. Several trees were uprooted near homes on that road. Front and back porches on two mobile homes were lifted and thrown approximately 30 yards. One mobile home had a 3 foot by 6 foot hole in an exterior wall blown from the inside out. Two sheds were destroyed. The tornado lifted after uprooting two trees near Miller Lane Road. One was on the west side, the other on the east side of the road. One of those trees hit a pickup truck. Maximum wind speed was estimated at 110 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 WSW Tickfaw, LA
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
2:00 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Dallas County · 27,026 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This brief tornado only damaged trees near the North Raccoon River.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.05 NNW Van Meter, IA
EF1 category
May 17, 2015
1:40 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Madison County · 5,951 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This intermittent tornado tracked northwest during its short life and damaged several groves of trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.55 N Patterson, IA
EF1 category
May 17, 2015
1:40 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Madison County · 5,951 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This short-lived tornado tracked northwest and damaged several farmsteads. A horse trailer was thrown 40 yards into a pine tree, flipping a parked car along the way. Damage was otherwise contained to outbuilding roofs and trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.14 NNW Patterson, IA
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:38 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Dallas County · 6,000 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado briefly touched down in rural Dallas County. A detached garage was separated from the foundation and blown 5 feet to the west. A large sliding door from a shop was peeled off and thrown approximately 80 yards to the northeast. Approximately 7 trees were snapped around the farm. Several shingles were peeled off a home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.12 N Wood Hill, MO
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:27 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Madison County · 5,951 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This short-lived tornado damaged a few trees along its path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.08 WNW East Peru, IA
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:20 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Madison County · 5,951 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado affected several farmsteads along its path. Damage was mostly to trees and storage silos, with damage to outbuildings caused by flying debris from these sources. The tornado path became intermittent for the latter portion of its life as it tracked northward.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.71 SSW Truro, IA
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:11 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Polk County · 10,273 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado briefly touched down southeast of Flemington. The tornado touched down near South 85th Road and 330th Road. The tornado lifted near South 95th Road and Highway V. A couple outbuildings were destroyed. Numerous trees had severe tree damage with large branches broken and tree tops snapped. Several trees were uprooted. The path was approximately 2 miles long and 100 yards wide. Maximum winds were estimated up to 85 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .83 NW Rondo, MO
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:10 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Polk County · 10,273 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado touched down about east of the community of Cliquot near East 380th Road and South 109th Road. The tornado lifted about 2 miles South of Pittsburg near Highway 64 and East 318th Road. Numerous large tree branches were broken and tree tops snapped. Severe trees were uprooted. Two houses had minor roof and siding damage. Several fences were damaged. The path length was approximately 10 miles and a path width of 100 yards. Maximum winds were estimated up to 85 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.54 E Cliquot, MO
EF0 category
May 17, 2015
1:07 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Polk County · 10,273 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 rated tornado occurred east of Dunnegan. Multiple trees were damaged in the area with damage consistent with winds up to 80 mph. The tornado had a path length of just under two miles with a width of 100 to 200 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.41 W Cliquot, MO
EF1 category
May 17, 2015
12:38 AM CST-6
Tornado report for May 17, 2015
Lawrence County · 12,673 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey found an EF-1 tornado touched down about 3 miles northeast of Monett and lifted about 3 miles east of Freistatt. This tornado had a path length of about 4 miles and a width of 100 yards. Several outbuildings were completely destroyed. and one house had minor roof and siding damage. Numerous trees were uprooted or snapped along the path. The maximum winds estimated were up to 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.61 SSE Friestatt, MO
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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.

NWS Hail, Wind and Tornado Reports on May 17, 2015 on the Interactive Map

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Frequently asked questions

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How many storm reports were recorded on May 17, 2015?

Our records show 3 hail, 62 wind, and 12 tornado reports on May 17, 2015, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 17, 2015.

What was the largest hail reported on May 17, 2015?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records on May 17, 2015 is 0.88″, reported near Darwin, MN.

Some reports show UNK instead of a wind speed or tornado rating — what does that mean?

Wind reports come three ways: measured from an instrument, estimated from the damage observed, or UNK when no speed was recorded. Tornadoes show UNK until the National Weather Service finishes a damage survey and assigns an EF rating. UNK simply means that value was not available when the report was filed.

A report appeared near my home on May 17, 2015 — is my roof damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report shows that hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby, not that any specific home was hit. To find out whether your property was affected, check an address-level hail report, and if it looks significant, ask a local pro about a Remote Hail Inspection before scheduling roof work.

I am buying or selling a home — how do these on May 17, 2015 reports help?

If a storm passed through, a roof or exterior may have damage that is hard to see, or a recent repair may trace back to it. Buyers can ask better questions before closing, and sellers can document the home condition up front — both starting from the property address rather than a whole region.

How do I check what happened at a specific address on May 17, 2015?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property — 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 on May 17, 2015 across the United States, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported, 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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