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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28040

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28040 from June 22, 1998 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
12
Wind Reports
28
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28040 · 1998–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28040

12 reports
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1.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
9:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media picture of at least quarter size hail falling in Ellenboro.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Ellenboro, NC
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:37 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: IN ELLENBORO NEAR HIGHWAY 74.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 23, 2017
6:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 2, 2011
4:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 N Cliffside Jct, NC
1.00″ hail
May 23, 2011
3:41 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported near the Cleveland County line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.72 SSE Hollis, NC
0.75″ hail
May 11, 2011
8:24 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 W Ellenboro, NC
0.88″ hail
May 11, 2011
8:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.36 NNW Ellenboro, NC
2.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:14 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Two inch diameter hail fell along highway 74 about 2 miles southwest of Ellenboro.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S Ellenboro, NC
0.75″ hail
May 26, 2006
2:10 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 E Sunshine, NC
0.75″ hail
May 9, 2004
4:35 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
1.75″ hail
May 3, 2003
4:10 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
0.75″ hail
May 7, 2002
5:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 NE Forest City, 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 28040

28 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
7:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained Spotter reports major tree damage and a displaced streetlight pole on Pioner Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
7:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on utility equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
6:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Se Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
6:41 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reports trees down in the Ellenboro area near the HWY 74 Bypass.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2025
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and/or utility lines down causing outages.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
1:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines downed around Ellenboro.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:04 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported numerous trees down in the Ellenboro area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2023
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on New House Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2023
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Beams Mill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Oct 29, 2021
9:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED ONE TREE DOWN IN CENTRAL ELLENBORO.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Aug 31, 2021
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN AT HINTON CREEK RD AND JOHN STROUD RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Polkville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2021
8:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED TREE DOWN ON BURNS RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2021
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED TOP OF LARGE TREE RIPPED OF ON THE INTERSECTION OF PINEHURST RD AND BUSINESS 74
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Ellenboro, NC
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2021
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED TREE FELL ON BARN AND TRAPPED A HORSE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Ellenboro, 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 28040

2 reports
UNK category
Jun 8, 2019
9:10 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: APPARENT TORNADO DOWNED SEVERAL TREES ALONG WEBB RD. NO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE REPORTED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSE Ellenboro, NC
EF2 category
Jan 11, 2012
5:21 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28040
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado damage path begin near the Ellenboro community, just northeast of the intersection of Pinehurst Rd and Bridge Rd. The track was relatively weak and intermittent for the first mile or so, as it crossed into a wooded area before emerging on Tiney Rd near the Corinth community. The aluminum siding and some roofing was peeled off a shed at this location. The intermittent path continued to the northeast, before becoming more concentrated in the area near Piney Mountain Rd and Piney Mountain Church Rd. The tornado reached its peak intensity as it moved roughly parallel to Piney Mountain Rd, crossing W E Padgett Rd toward Walls Church Rd. Several homes received minor to major damage in this area, while two mobile homes were completely destroyed. Ten people were injured, one seriously. Several outbuildings were also destroyed, while numerous trees and power lines were felled. The tornado began to weaken as it continued northeast, crossing Walls Church Rd and Dycus Rd before lifting just north of Salem Church Rd. The tornado was the first winter tornado in Rutherford County recorded history, and the first significant tornado (F2/EF2 and stronger) to affect the county since 1989.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.65 NNW Ellenboro, 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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ZIP 28040 area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,047
Households2,922
Housing units3,396
Income
Median household income$57,989
$100k+ households28.9%
$150k+ households9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,388
Attached single-family10
Small multifamily71
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes927
Housing mix
Single-family share70.3%
Attached-home share0.3%
Multifamily share2.1%
Mobile-home share27.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,493
Renter-occupied429
Vacant units474
Home value & age
Median home value$148,000
Owner homes $300k+10.8%
Owner homes $500k+3.4%
Owner homes $750k+2.6%
Median year built1981
Older-home share49.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,743
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28040 have on record?

Our records show 12 hail, 28 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28040, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 28040?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28040 is 2.00″. It was reported near Ellenboro, NC on April 9, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28040 — 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 28040 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28040 — 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 28040 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28040 — 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 28040 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28040 — 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 28040, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28040, 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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