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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 27888

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 27888 from June 8, 1986 through May 9, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
10
Wind Reports
25
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 27888 · 1986–present Updated  Daily · last May 9, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 27888

10 reports
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1.75″ hail
Aug 1, 2019
10:42 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT OF GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL FROM PUBLIC... CONFIRMED BY PICTURES OF DAMAGE TO TOBACCO CROP.
NWS Hail Report Location: Walstonburg, NC
1.75″ hail
May 13, 2019
6:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: Castoria, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2014
1:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported dime size hail and heavy rain.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Walstonburg, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 2, 2012
12:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported a mix of nickel and quarter size hail along Highway 91.
NWS Hail Report Location: .63 NNE Castoria, NC
0.88″ hail
Aug 2, 2012
12:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Local fire department reported a mix of dime and nickel size hail along Fire Tower Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .8 SSE Wootens Xrds, NC
0.75″ hail
Aug 12, 2011
12:23 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law enforcement reported marble size hail with trees down on Beaman Old Creek Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .65 NW Herrings Xrds, NC
1.75″ hail
Jul 22, 2008
2:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Pitt County · 39,459 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail covering porch deck.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.68 W Toddy, NC
0.88″ hail
May 22, 2004
8:15 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Walstonburg, NC
1.00″ hail
Mar 16, 2003
4:15 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Greene county 911 reported hail covering the ground near Cobb Corner and route 269.
NWS Hail Report Location: Walstonburg, NC
0.75″ hail
Sep 8, 1998
11:55 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Walstonburg, NC
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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 27888

25 reports
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UNK mph
May 9, 2023
7:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. NC DOT REPORTED A COUPLE OF TREES BLOWN DOWN IN THE NORTHERN PART OF GREENE COUNTY. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR AND NEARBY REPORTS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Walstonburg, NC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
11:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RADIO REPORTS TREE DOWN... POSSIBLY BLOCKING ROAD ON 264W NEAR MILE MARKER 55.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Walstonburg, NC
UNK mph
May 20, 2022
5:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT OF TREES DOWN AND POWER OUTAGES IN WALSTONBURG. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Walstonburg, NC
UNK mph
May 20, 2022
5:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN IN WALSTONBURG ALONG ALT-264. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Walstonburg, NC
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2019
10:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWNED AND ROOFS DAMAGED IN THE AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Walstonburg, NC
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2016
1:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS REPORTS OF TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY BETWEEN 900 AND 930 PM EDT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 N Snow Hill, NC
UNK mph
Feb 24, 2016
6:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMERGENCY MANAGER REPORTED TREES DOWN IN CASTORIA. TIME BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Castoria, NC
58 mph
Jul 15, 2014
1:55 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County 911 call center reported large tree limbs blown down by strong winds across Sheppards Ferry Road to the northwest of Snow Hill.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.82 WNW Herrings Xrds, NC
58 mph
Jun 5, 2014
1:15 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees blown down near Walstonburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Walstonburg, NC
58 mph
Feb 21, 2014
2:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Strickland Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.67 N Walstonburg, NC
58 mph
Jun 13, 2013
5:40 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong winds snapped multiple trees between Walstonburg and Stantonsburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Walstonburg, NC
58 mph
Aug 12, 2011
12:23 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement reported trees down on Beaman Old Creek Road with marble size hail.
NWS Wind Report Location: .42 NW Herrings Xrds, NC
58 mph
Jun 23, 2011
4:12 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported trees down near Highway 91.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Walstonburg, NC
58 mph
Apr 5, 2011
4:45 AM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree blown down just south of Walstonburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Walstonburg, NC
58 mph
Jun 25, 2007
2:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gusts estimated between 55 and 60 mph blew two trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Walstonburg, NC
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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 27888

2 reports
EF1 category
Apr 25, 2014
3:46 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 27888
Greene County · 4,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down at a farm along Beamon Old Creek Road producing EF1 damage with winds estimated at 110 mph. One side of a poultry farm was destroyed, moderate damage was also noted to outbuildings and two homes. The tornado then moved through farm and wooded areas before causing EF0 to low end EF1 damage to several mobile homes and one store near the intersection of Speights Bridge Road and Walston Road. The tornado then again moved over farm and wooded areas before dissipating near Howell Swamp Church Road. There were no injuries or fatalities associated with this tornado.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.25 W Wootens Xrds, NC
F1 category
May 9, 2003
5:42 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 27888
Washington County · 4,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado reported 2 miles northeast of Plymouth moved east northeast to Roper causing 1.6 million dollars damage to crops, several farm homes, and other farm structures.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NE Plymouth, NC
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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 27888 area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,904
Households663
Housing units852
Income
Median household income$42,734
$100k+ households31.7%
$150k+ households5.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached578
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes258
Housing mix
Single-family share67.8%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share30.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied509
Renter-occupied154
Vacant units189
Home value & age
Median home value$119,400
Owner homes $300k+22.4%
Owner homes $500k+12.6%
Owner homes $750k+7.5%
Median year built1974
Older-home share59.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars638
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 27888 have on record?

Our records show 10 hail, 25 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 27888, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 9, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 27888?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 27888 is 1.75″. It was reported near Walstonburg, NC on August 1, 2019.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 27888 — 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 27888 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 27888 — 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 27888 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 27888 — 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 27888 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 27888 — 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 27888, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 27888, 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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