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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28092

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28092 from August 10, 1956 through July 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
67
Wind Reports
121
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28092 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28092

67 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 16, 2023
10:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PICTURE OF NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN THE LONG SHOALS AREA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW High Shoals, NC
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2022
11:49 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WNW High Shoals, NC
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WNW Lincolnton, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 18, 2014
2:54 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FD reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 ESE Lincolnton Lncln Arp, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 24, 2013
4:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail was reported on the north side of Lincolnton.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Lincolnton, NC
0.88″ hail
Jun 22, 2012
1:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.36 SSW Pumpkin Center, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
3:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to penny size covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 ESE Lincolnton Lncln Arp, NC
2.00″ hail
Sep 25, 2011
1:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 ENE Lincolnton, NC
0.75″ hail
May 9, 2009
3:12 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported in the Pumpkin Center community.
NWS Hail Report Location: .27 E Pumpkin Center, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2008
2:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SE Lincolnton, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2008
12:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Lincolnton, NC
2.00″ hail
Jul 5, 2008
3:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail between golf ball and baseball size was reported at the intersection of Shuford Rd and highway 150.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.85 SW Pumpkin Center, NC
0.88″ hail
Jun 22, 2008
7:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N High Shoals, NC
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2008
4:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.5 ENE Lincolnton, NC
1.75″ hail
May 11, 2008
4:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Pumpkin Center, 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 28092

121 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lincoln County Emergency Management reports at least one tree down at the intersection of Buffalo Shoals Rd and E Main St. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report of a tree snapped in the vicinity of North Aspen St. Another tree uprooted at Lincolnton High School. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees blocking the street and one on a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2025
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed along Otis Dellinger Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2025
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees and power lines down across central Lincoln County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2025
1:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media picture of several large limbs snapped at a residence... one of which fell on and damaged a fence.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
9:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines down in eastern Lincolnton. Time estimated from CLT TDWR velocity.
NWS Wind Report Location: Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down with power outages in the area. Radar estimated time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pictures of a tree down on a house along Royal Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fire dept reported multiple trees blown down in Lincolnton and vicinity.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NE Boger City, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Crouse, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Approx. 20-25 trees down across the county. About 2500 residents without power.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Lincolnton, NC
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2023
7:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on powerlines resulting in sparks/fire.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW High Shoals, NC
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2023
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree blocking roadway at Jerry Crump Rd and Saddletree Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Lincolnton, 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 28092

7 reports
UNK category
Apr 19, 2019
7:29 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** NWS DAMAGE SURVEY CONCLUDED THAT WEAK TORNADO KNOCKED DOWN A LARGE TREE ONTO A HOUSE. ONE OCCUPANT WAS INJURED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Lincolnton, NC
EF1 category
Apr 19, 2008
7:21 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado damage path was surveyed west of Lincolnton from Guy Heavner Rd to Reepsville Rd. Structural damage was mainly confined to areas from Guy Heavner Rd to Howards Creek Rd, where several homes received mainly minor roof damage. A chicken house was severely damaged on Guy Heavner Rd, with an estimated 10,000 chickens destroyed. A mobile home was lifted from its foundation and destroyed on Hauss Rd. Numerous trees and power lines were also blown down along the path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.83 NE Johnstown, NC
F1 category
Jul 13, 2005
3:40 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado touched down near exit 20 off highway 321 producing mainly F0 damage, with some intermittent F1. A number of trees were snapped off and there was damage to a cornfield.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SE Lincolnton, NC
F1 category
Oct 16, 2003
6:30 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak tornado touched down in the Arden Oaks development. Numerous trees were snapped off or uprooted and power lines were blown down. Some of the snapped trees were blown distances of up to 120 feet. A couple of homes received minor roof damage. At another home, some siding was stripped off and the garage door was blown away. Some sheet rock was torn from the roof of the garage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NE Lincolnton, NC
F0 category
Aug 3, 1974
4:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F0 category
May 27, 1973
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F1 category
Mar 12, 1968
3:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28092
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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 28092 area census snapshot

People & households
Population40,224
Households16,047
Housing units17,332
Income
Median household income$62,625
$100k+ households38.3%
$150k+ households11.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached12,227
Attached single-family187
Small multifamily1,839
Large multifamily508
Mobile homes2,571
Housing mix
Single-family share70.6%
Attached-home share1.1%
Multifamily share13.5%
Mobile-home share14.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied11,240
Renter-occupied4,807
Vacant units1,285
Home value & age
Median home value$220,700
Owner homes $300k+26.4%
Owner homes $500k+7.5%
Owner homes $750k+2.7%
Median year built1984
Older-home share45.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars15,425
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28092 have on record?

Our records show 67 hail, 121 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28092, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 28092?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28092 is 2.50″. It was reported near Lincolnton, NC on May 11, 2008.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28092 — 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 28092 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28092 — 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 28092 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28092 — 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 28092 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28092 — 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 28092, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28092, 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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