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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29130

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29130 from April 5, 1957 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
19
Wind Reports
71
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29130 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29130

19 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:32 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED 1 INCH HAIL NEAR THE TOWN OF RIDGEWAY.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
Sep 1, 2017
7:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER-SIZE HAIL NEAR INTERSECTION OF RIVER RD AND DOE RUN LANE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 ENE Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
Sep 1, 2017
6:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER-SIZE HAIL NEAR INTERSECTION OF RIVER RD AND DOE RUN LANE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 ENE Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
Sep 28, 2016
8:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER-SIZE HAIL REPORTED BY LONGTOWN COOP OBSERVER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 ENE Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2012
8:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail at Colonel Creek Marina.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.2 NE Longtown, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
9:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NWS COOP Observer reported golfball size hail in Longtown.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 W Longtown, SC
0.88″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
3:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeway, SC
0.88″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
3:09 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: COOP observer reported nickel size hail and estimated winds of 50 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Longtown, SC
0.88″ hail
Jun 11, 2007
3:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeway, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 19, 2007
6:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Post Office reported 3/4 inch hail in downtown Ridgeway.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2006
4:22 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SKYWARN spotter reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NE Ridgeway, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 22, 2006
3:52 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Highway dept. reported 3/4 inch hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Ridgeway, SC
1.00″ hail
Dec 4, 2005
7:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail west of and in Saluda.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Saluda, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 22, 1997
8:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 7, 1996
8:45 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
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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 29130

71 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Kershaw County · 21,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Sse Longtown, SC
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Kershaw County · 21,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Broadcast Media shared a photo showing tree blown down... knocking power lines down with it. Time estimated from source and radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Lake Wateree Dam, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
1:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC Dept of Public Safety reported a tree in the roadway along Commerce Blvd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
1:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Broadcast media relayed a picture of a roof covering blown off at City Gas and Fuel. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
2:01 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SCDPS website reported power lines in the roadway in downtown Ridgeway near the intersection of Longtown Road and Palmer Street. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
1:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter relayed a report of Highway 34 shut down and power lines on the road in the Simpson community. Time estimated by radar. Location also estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSE Winnsboro Mills, SC
UNK mph
Jun 5, 2024
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lake Wateree State Park tackle shop reported 2 trees down within the park.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake Wateree Sp, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Richland County · 118,648 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC Dept of Public Safety reported a tree in roadway. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Blythewood, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:36 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported trees down and heavy damage between Ridgeway and the county line. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:34 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of a tree down and minor damage to a home in Ridgeway. Report via social media. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:33 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported numerous trees down along Hood Rd through the intersection with Boney Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Ridgeway, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Uprooted tree near park on East Church Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ridgeway, SC
75 mph
Aug 15, 2023
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Kershaw County · 21,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The lake wind site at the Lake Wateree dam reported a wind gust of 75 mph at 340 pm.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake Wateree Dam, SC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2023
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Kershaw County · 21,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported very strong winds at his residence which bent his flag pole in half. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSE Longtown, SC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29130
Kershaw County · 21,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Kershaw County Dispatch reported trees down at the intersection of Humphries Rd and Shivers Green Rd. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSE Longtown, SC
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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 29130

6 reports
UNK category
May 11, 2024
7:31 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service storm survey team confirmed an EF-1 tornado with peak winds of 100 mph in southeastern Fairfield County during the early morning hours of May 9th. The tornado likely began west of Interstate 77 near Exit 32. The tornado moved generally southeast producing downed large limbs along Cook Road and Boney Road... intensifying as it moved into a wooded area along Cedar Rock Road. The area of most significant tree damage was observed along a creek bed north of Cedar Rock Road with numerous uprooted and snapped trees. One tree landed on a home on Cedar Rock Road causing roof... siding... and gutter damage. The tornado continued along Cedar Rock Road causing intermittent tree damage. The tornado continued beyond the road and into a wooded area behind The Farm at Ridgeway where additional tree damage occurred near a pond on the property. The tornado likely lifted on the property prior to reaching Highway 21.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSW Ridgeway, SC
EF0 category
Apr 28, 2013
6:42 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS Storm Survey revealed a weak tornado occurred along Mood Harrison Road where around 6 trees were toppled falling on a outbuilding and a car. Several large limbs were also down and an antenna on a mobile home was damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.39 ENE Ridgeway, SC
F2 category
Sep 27, 2004
8:08 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F2 tornado destroyed 5 mobile homes, did moderate to severe damage to 2 framed homes and injurred 13 people. One 57 year old male died. Two vehicles were moved 20 to 30 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNW Ridgeway, SC
F1 category
Aug 12, 2004
11:12 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F1 tornado ran along SC secondary hwy 3 and did minor damage to several homes and mobile homes. Several out buildings were destroyed and many trees and powerlines were down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Longtown, SC
F0 category
Mar 16, 1996
10:17 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Ridgeway, SC
F0 category
Nov 22, 1992
8:12 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29130
Fairfield County · 7,611 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
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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 29130 area census snapshot

People & households
Population6,427
Households2,977
Housing units3,571
Income
Median household income$72,614
$100k+ households38.4%
$150k+ households18.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,612
Attached single-family13
Small multifamily17
Large multifamily8
Mobile homes921
Housing mix
Single-family share73.1%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share0.7%
Mobile-home share25.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,480
Renter-occupied497
Vacant units594
Home value & age
Median home value$246,200
Owner homes $300k+39.6%
Owner homes $500k+15.3%
Owner homes $750k+7.3%
Median year built1989
Older-home share40.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,874
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29130 have on record?

Our records show 19 hail, 71 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29130, 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 29130?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29130 is 1.75″. It was reported near .57 W Longtown, SC on April 9, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29130 — 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 29130 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29130 — 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 29130 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29130 — 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 29130 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29130 — 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 29130, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29130, 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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