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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28560

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28560 from May 20, 1963 through August 20, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
53
Wind Reports
86
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
3.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28560 · 1963–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 20, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28560

53 reports
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1.75″ hail
Jul 8, 2026
10:27 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Pamlico County · 5,035 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Average hail size was quarter to half dollar size... with a few stones up to golf ball size.
NWS Hail Report Location: Olympia, NC
1.75″ hail
Jul 8, 2026
10:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Via social media along Saint Delights Church Road near Spring Hope Church Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Olympia, NC
1.25″ hail
May 15, 2025
8:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media report of half dollar sized hail. Time estimated from Radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE James City, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
7:48 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Bridgeton, NC
1.75″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN JAMES CITY VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW James City, NC
1.25″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAIL VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Bridgeton, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2012
2:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reports quarter size hail southeast of James City.
NWS Hail Report Location: .08 NE Granthams, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2012
2:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Craven County 911 center relayed a report of quarter size hail near Thurman.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 E Thurman, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 25, 2012
2:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported dime size hail near HWY 70 north of Havelock.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ESE Croatan, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 8, 2008
3:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Pamlico County · 5,035 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail reported near Reelsboro.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Reelsboro, NC
0.88″ hail
Jul 8, 2008
12:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail reported in the Greenbriar community near Emerald Golf Club.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 E New Bern, NC
1.75″ hail
Jun 12, 2006
4:10 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bridgeton, NC
2.75″ hail
Jun 12, 2006
4:08 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Pamlico County · 5,035 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to baseball size broke windows in cars and homes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Olympia, NC
2.75″ hail
Jun 12, 2006
3:45 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to baseball size caused damage to many cars.
NWS Hail Report Location: New Bern, NC
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2006
1:53 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: James 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 28560

86 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Saints Delight Church Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Olympia, NC
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Pamlico County · 5,035 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Progress/Duke Energy reports power outages along NC Hwy 55.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Olympia, NC
64 mph
Jul 11, 2026
12:44 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EWN ASOS reported a 64 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Coastal Carolina R, NC
64 mph
Jul 11, 2026
12:28 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects timing on previous tstm wnd gst report from 1 SW Coastal Carolina Regional Airport. EWN ASOS reported a 64 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Coastal Carolina R, NC
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
7:18 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Tree damage noted at the intersection of Pollock Street and Metcalf Street in downtown New Bern. Report via WCTI.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Bridgeton, NC
59 mph
Mar 12, 2026
6:59 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal Weather Station measured a 51 kt wind gust as thunderstorms moved though the area. Report came in via WeatherFlow.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE James City, NC
64 mph
Mar 12, 2026
6:43 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: .
NWS Wind Report Location: Coastal Carolina Region, NC
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2025
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed Report...Craven County EM reported powerline damage along Old Cherry Point Rd.... Stadium Dr.... and Gibbs Rd. area. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE James City, NC
59 mph
Jun 7, 2025
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 51 kt gust observed in James City.
NWS Wind Report Location: James City, NC
59 mph
Jun 7, 2025
9:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 51 kt gust observed in James City.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Coastal Carolina Re, NC
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
9:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Broad Creek Road near Fairfield Harbor.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Olympia, NC
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2024
8:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: APPROXIMATELY 100 POWER OUTAGES IN THE BRIDGETON AREA NEAR HIGHWAY 17 PER DUKE ENERGY. THE TIME WAS ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR DATA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Bridgeton, NC
UNK mph
Jan 11, 2024
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tideland EMC reported large limbs on powerlines along Broad Creek Rd. in Fairfield Harbor.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fairfield Harbor, NC
UNK mph
Jan 11, 2024
12:44 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: City of New Bern reported a broken metal traffic light at the corner of Craven and S. Front Streets in downtown New Bern.
NWS Wind Report Location: New Bern, NC
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2023
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Media sent in photos of wind damage from a thunderstorm in Fairfield Harbor on July 4th. Multiple trees were down around the area and minor damage to siding on a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E James City, 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 28560

10 reports
UNK category
Mar 12, 2026
6:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Preliminary survey found evidence of an EF 1 tornado in Craven County near Fairfield Harbour... with estimated peak winds of 90 to 100 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 E James City, NC
UNK category
Sep 5, 2019
9:00 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MULTIPLE REPORTS OF TORNADO DAMAGE NEAR NEW BERN CITY HALL. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Bridgeton, NC
F0 category
Oct 13, 2004
12:20 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Craven County Emergency Management reported a brief tornado touchdown near James City and the Neuse River.
NWS Tornado Report Location: James City, NC
F0 category
Jun 23, 2004
8:17 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touchdown with power lines down on Broad Street.
NWS Tornado Report Location: New Bern, NC
F1 category
Apr 15, 2000
12:17 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F1 tornado touched down in the Neuse River just southwest of Bridgeton and moved northeast across the town. The tornado caused substantial roof damage to several homes and buisnesses near and along Highway 17. Two Buisnesses were destroyed. One woman in a car sustained minor injuries when her car was blown off the road. Seven mobile homes were destroyed as well as a couple of warehouses at ENCEE Chemicals.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bridgeton, NC
F0 category
Apr 15, 1999
9:45 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bridgeton, NC
F1 category
Oct 8, 1996
8:00 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 N New Bern, NC
F0 category
Jul 12, 1996
4:41 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SE New Bern, NC
F0 category
Jul 28, 1994
5:45 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Craven County · 32,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several mobile homes were damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bridgeton, NC
F3 category
Mar 17, 1965
9:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 28560
Pamlico County · 5,035 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 28560 area census snapshot

People & households
Population27,981
Households11,747
Housing units14,165
Income
Median household income$62,142
$100k+ households35.0%
$150k+ households12.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached10,111
Attached single-family535
Small multifamily1,240
Large multifamily224
Mobile homes2,025
Housing mix
Single-family share71.4%
Attached-home share3.8%
Multifamily share10.3%
Mobile-home share14.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,360
Renter-occupied3,387
Vacant units2,418
Home value & age
Median home value$191,600
Owner homes $300k+23.9%
Owner homes $500k+7.4%
Owner homes $750k+2.9%
Median year built1986
Older-home share39.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,960
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28560 have on record?

Our records show 53 hail, 86 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28560, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 20, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 28560?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28560 is 3.50″. It was reported near New Bern, NC on June 9, 1988.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28560 — 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 28560 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28560 — 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 28560 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28560 — 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 28560 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28560 — 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 28560, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28560, 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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