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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28168

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28168 from April 11, 1955 through July 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
20
Wind Reports
49
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28168 · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28168

20 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
10:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Cooksville, NC
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter-sized (1.00 in.) hail on Lackey Rd via a photo on social media. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Vale, NC
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SE Vale, NC
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2018
8:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTED UP TO 1 INCH HAIL NORTH OF COOKSVILLE... NC.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Cooksville, NC
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2016
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL ON PHEASANT ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNW Vale, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 22, 2012
1:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell along Macedonia Church Rd in the northwest part of Lincoln County.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 NNE Toluca, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2011
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported in the northwest corner of Lincoln County.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.82 WNW Cat Square, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2011
12:22 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SW Reepsville, NC
1.75″ hail
May 11, 2008
3:46 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .7 N Vale, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 9, 2007
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported on Kiwi Lane.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Vale, NC
1.75″ hail
May 14, 2006
12:00 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball hail reported at the intersection of Lincoln, Cleveland and Burke Counties.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 WNW Vale, NC
0.88″ hail
Apr 3, 2006
6:30 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Toluca, NC
0.75″ hail
May 10, 2005
3:15 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Vale, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 16, 2003
4:24 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 SW Newton, NC
0.75″ hail
May 2, 2003
3:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Toluca, 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 28168

49 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
11:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports scattered trees and powerlines down in the Vale area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Vale, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lincoln County Emergency Management reports a tree down at the intersection of Ed Craig Rd and Northbrook III School Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Cooksville, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lincoln County Emergency Management reports trees down at the intersection of Macedonia Church Rd and Northbrook III School Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Cooksville, NC
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Carport roof blown off and a few trees knocked down. Time estimated from radar velocity.
NWS Wind Report Location: Vale, NC
UNK mph
May 27, 2024
12:32 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees across the road near the intersection of Old Shelby Rd and Rhoney Farm Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Cooksville, NC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
6:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Reeps Grove Church Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Vale, NC
UNK mph
Oct 20, 2023
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported tree blocking roadway on Hope Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Vale, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Reepsville Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Vale, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media image of tree blocking roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Vale, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:33 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** Multiple trees down in the Vale area. One person struck by lightning.
NWS Wind Report Location: Vale, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report of a tree down across Cat Square Rd in the Henry community.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Vale, NC
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2023
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree on roadway west of Vale. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Cooksville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2022
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN BLOCKING HWY 27 NEAR INTERSECTION WITH INDIAN CREEK PRIMITIVE CHURCH RD. FIRE DEPT DISPATCHED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Vale, NC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2022
9:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS ROADWAY IN THE TOWN OF VALE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Vale, NC
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2022
8:32 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED A LARGE TREE BLOCKING ROADWAY ON BESS CHAPEL CHURCH RD
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Vale, 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 28168

7 reports
EF0 category
Oct 26, 2010
6:12 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado moved from Lincoln County, into southwest Catawba County, with intermittent damage noted to trees. The tornado finally lifted near Cat Square Rd, where a school received some minor structural damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.78 WSW Plateau, NC
EF2 category
Oct 26, 2010
6:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This strong tornado touched down near the intersection of Locust Trail and Tola Houser Lane. Several homes at the beginning of the track received major damage to the roof and exterior wall. One home was shifted off its foundation by nearly 20 feet, with an upstairs room removed. Two vehicles at this location were rolled several yards. The tornado moved northeast across Northbrook III School Rd. Several homes were damaged or destroyed and numerous trees snapped off or uprooted just north of the Reeps Grove Church Rd intersection. The damage path at this point was nearly 200 yards wide. The tornado continued northeast, crossing Macedonia Church Rd, Peeler Rd and Patriot Way, with additional homes as well as barns and a chicken house damaged or destroyed. Numerous trees were uprooted or snapped off in this area as well. As the tornado continued east northeast, damage became more intermittent in the area around Palm Tree Church Rd, where only the tops of trees were snapped. The tornado entered into Catawba County in the vicinity of Dansbury Lane. Eleven people were injured, two seriously.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.66 N Toluca, NC
EF0 category
May 11, 2008
3:48 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly in an open field in the Cat Square area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .87 NE Cat Square, NC
F1 category
May 15, 2003
5:20 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado destroyed a barn and caused roof damage to several houses and mobile homes. The porch of a church was destroyed. Numerous trees were also blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Reepsville, NC
F2 category
May 7, 1998
5:49 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Lincoln County · 28,591 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The same supercell that produced the tornado in McDowell county spawned a strong tornado in the Vale and Cat Square area. Four homes were destroyed, 50 homes were damaged, a church roof was partially blown off and numerous trees were downed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NW Vale, NC
F4 category
May 5, 1989
5:11 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
Catawba County · 48,798 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F4 category
May 5, 1989
5:06 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28168
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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ZIP 28168 area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,436
Households4,277
Housing units4,743
Income
Median household income$63,396
$100k+ households32.4%
$150k+ households8.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,305
Attached single-family19
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily6
Mobile homes1,413
Housing mix
Single-family share69.7%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share0.1%
Mobile-home share29.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,572
Renter-occupied705
Vacant units466
Home value & age
Median home value$176,100
Owner homes $300k+18.7%
Owner homes $500k+2.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1986
Older-home share38.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,980
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28168 have on record?

Our records show 20 hail, 49 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28168, 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 28168?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28168 is 2.00″. It was reported near Mountain View, NC on April 11, 1955.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28168 — 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 28168 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28168 — 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 28168 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28168 — 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 28168 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28168 — 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 28168, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28168, 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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