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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28150

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28150 from March 24, 1975 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
40
Wind Reports
110
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28150 · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28150

40 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
11:16 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: mPING user reported quarter-sized (1.00 in.) hail. Report time verified by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Shelby, NC
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2024
7:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to quarter sized Hail. Also strong wind.
NWS Hail Report Location: Shelby, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 17, 2020
8:48 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER (1.00") SIZE HAIL ON ENOLA DR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Waco, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 17, 2020
8:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORTED A FEW QUARTER SIZE (1.00") HAIL STONES WITH MULTIPLE NICKEL SIZE HAIL REPORTS AROUND WACO.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Waco, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 19, 2019
8:52 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL IN LATTIMORE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNE Boiling Springs N, NC
1.75″ hail
May 4, 2019
6:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTED UP TO GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Fallston, NC
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Shelby, NC
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
11:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNE Shelby, NC
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
10:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Shelby, NC
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
10:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNE Shelby, NC
1.75″ hail
Jun 16, 2014
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported golf ball size hail north of Shelby. Another spotter reported quarter size hail closer to town.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Shelby, NC
0.88″ hail
May 12, 2014
1:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel size hail near Shelby.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Shelby, NC
0.88″ hail
Jul 5, 2012
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell across the southwest side of Shelby.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Shelby, NC
0.75″ hail
May 16, 2012
8:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Shelby, NC
0.88″ hail
May 10, 2011
11:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Shelby, 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 28150

110 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
6:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Kingstown, NC
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported multiple trees down in the Shelby area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
8:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on utility equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Lattimore, NC
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
12:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outages and utility line damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2025
7:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell on powerline near New Prospect Rd and Carson Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Waco, NC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
1:43 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines down on the west side of Shelby.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Lattimore, NC
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2024
9:24 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of several trees and power lines down on Oak Grove Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Shelby, NC
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2024
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines down across Shelby.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree and many large limbs blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Shelby, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree uprooted on Kingsbury St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Shelby, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: At least 2 trees down in Shelby.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shelby, 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 28150

8 reports
UNK category
May 8, 2024
7:00 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado touched down along Polkville Road... just on the north side of Polkville... where several trees were uprooted. The tornado moved southeast across Casar Road where additional trees were uprooted and snapped. Tree damage continued along W Stage Coach Trail as the tornado moved through the Lawndale area. The tornado crossed Fallston Road just south of Fallston where more tree damage was noted. The tornado reached peak intensity as it approached and moved through Cherryville... uprooting and snapping numerous trees. The greatest area of damage was observed near the intersection of Helton Road and Greenway Ave where dozens of trees were uprooted or snapped. The tornado took another turn to the southeast and downed several more trees near Tryon School Road and Dameron Road. The tornado lifted in a wooded area along Abel Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NNW Polkville, NC
UNK category
May 26, 2022
8:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TORNADO REPORT FROM 1 SE LATTIMORE. A SMALL SHORT TRACK EF-0 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN JUST SOUTHEAST OF LATTIMORE NEAR TOWERY ROAD. A SHED WAS DAMAGED ALONG WITH A FEW TREES. THE TORNADO MOVED NORTHEAST AND LIFTED BEFORE REACHING ARTEE ROAD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Lattimore, NC
UNK category
Oct 8, 2017
8:54 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMED AN EF0 TORNADO IN CLEVELAND COUNTY NC.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SE Polkville, NC
EF0 category
Nov 16, 2011
4:25 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small area of weak tornado damage occurred on the northeast side of Shelby, near the Airport Rd and highway 180 intersection. Damage was mainly limited to uprooted hardwoods and snapped pine trees. However, some minor structural damage was observed to several homes in the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.31 SW Stubbs, NC
EF0 category
Apr 9, 2011
3:50 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A short tornado path began between Dick Spangler Rd and Fallston Rd north of Shelby. The tornado moved southeast for about one half mile before lifting just east of the intersection of Oakberry St and Fallston Rd. Most of the damage was limited to downed trees and minor structural damage to frame homes. The roof was|blown off a vehicle shed between Wright St and Dick Spangler Rd. Damage was more significant near the end of the path across from Oakberry St. Two mobile homes were|flipped while several other mobile homes received mainly minor damage to underskirting|and roofing. Two men and a woman residing in one of the flipped homes received mainly minor injuries.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.07 SW Beam Mill, NC
F1 category
Jul 12, 2003
7:25 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak tornado blew down numerous trees along its 6 mile path. Trees fell on and destroyed a vehicle.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Polkville, NC
F0 category
Sep 16, 1996
5:35 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Shelby, NC
F1 category
Jun 24, 1979
12:30 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28150
Cleveland County · 30,885 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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ZIP 28150 area census snapshot

People & households
Population26,447
Households11,068
Housing units13,482
Income
Median household income$53,027
$100k+ households29.7%
$150k+ households8.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached9,700
Attached single-family209
Small multifamily1,548
Large multifamily534
Mobile homes1,491
Housing mix
Single-family share72.0%
Attached-home share1.6%
Multifamily share15.4%
Mobile-home share11.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,559
Renter-occupied3,509
Vacant units2,414
Home value & age
Median home value$195,600
Owner homes $300k+27.7%
Owner homes $500k+12.3%
Owner homes $750k+2.9%
Median year built1975
Older-home share58.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,176
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28150 have on record?

Our records show 40 hail, 110 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28150, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 5, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 28150?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28150 is 1.75″. It was reported near Fallston, NC on May 4, 2019.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28150 — 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 28150 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28150 — 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 28150 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28150 — 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 28150 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28150 — 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 28150, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28150, 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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