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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 25438

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 25438 from May 16, 1988 through August 8, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
4
Wind Reports
43
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 25438 · 1988–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 8, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 25438

4 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 14, 2018
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Ranson, WV
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2018
7:53 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: UP TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE Ranson, WV
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 1990
3:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, WV
1.75″ hail
May 16, 1988
1:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, WV
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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 25438

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UNK mph
Aug 8, 2026
3:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down near the intersection of Flowing Springs Road and Flowing Acres Road/Briar Run Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ne Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2026
3:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 reports of trees down just east of Charles Town.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ne Ranson, WV
UNK mph
May 3, 2025
9:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Flowings Springs Rd & Old Country Club Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Shenandoah Junction, WV
UNK mph
Jul 14, 2023
8:23 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees and powerlines down in Ranson.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2021
8:07 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE LIMB DOWN BLOCKING FLOWING SPRINGS RD NEAR FLOWING ACRES RD
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Ranson, WV
UNK mph
May 3, 2021
10:44 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** STRUCTURE COLLAPSE ALONG THE 200 BLOCK OF 16TH AVE. IN RANSON... WV.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Ranson, WV
UNK mph
May 3, 2021
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON FLOWING SPRINGS ROAD NEAR FLOWING ACRES ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Ranson, WV
UNK mph
May 3, 2021
10:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SHED COLLAPSED IN BACK YARD OF A RESIDENCE ON ROBELEI DR. IN RANSON... WV. THERE WAS ALSO AN OVERTURNED BOX TRUCK ON N. MILDRED ST. ADJACENT TO THE HOME.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2019
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN IN THE RANSON AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2019
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF OAK LEE DR. AND JACK RABBIT LN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2019
9:23 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF OAK LEE DR. AND JACK RABBIT LN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2019
8:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS REPORTS OF TREES AND WIRES DOWN THROUGHOUT THE TOWN OF RANSON.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2017
5:12 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: THREE LARGE TREES DOWN ON ROUTE 9 NEAR FLOWING SPRINGS ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Ranson, WV
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2016
9:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF EAST SECOND AVENUE AND SOUTH REYMANN STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ranson, WV
60 mph
Jul 13, 2014
6:56 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: There was a tree down on West Third Avenue at South Mineral Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Charles Town, WV
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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 25438

2 reports
UNK category
May 3, 2021
10:27 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** EF-1. PEAK WIND 90 MPH. PATH LENGTH 1.8 MILES. PATH WIDTH 125 YARDS. 6:27PM - 6:32PM
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NNW Ranson, WV
UNK category
Jul 6, 2017
12:15 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 25438
Jefferson County · 19,088 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF EF-0 TORNADO. SIGN DAMAGED AT JEFFERSON CROSSING SHOPPING CENTER. BARNS DAMAGED AT HOLLYWOOD CASINO AT CHARLES TOWN RACES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ENE Ranson, WV
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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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 25438 area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,356
Households2,765
Housing units3,025
Income
Median household income$82,825
$100k+ households50.4%
$150k+ households21.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,680
Attached single-family582
Small multifamily266
Large multifamily125
Mobile homes372
Housing mix
Single-family share55.5%
Attached-home share19.2%
Multifamily share12.9%
Mobile-home share12.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,931
Renter-occupied834
Vacant units260
Home value & age
Median home value$228,700
Owner homes $300k+19.6%
Owner homes $500k+4.1%
Owner homes $750k+2.9%
Median year built1989
Older-home share41.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,653
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 25438 have on record?

Our records show 4 hail, 43 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 25438, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 8, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 25438?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 25438 is 1.75″. It was reported near Ranson, WV on May 16, 1988.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 25438 — 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 25438 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 25438 — 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 25438 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 25438 — 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 25438 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 25438 — 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 25438, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 25438, 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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