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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29161

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29161 from August 12, 1957 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
16
Wind Reports
35
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29161 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29161

16 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 3, 2021
9:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MULTIPLE REPORTS OF GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL AROUND TIMMONSVILLE... CARTERSVILLE... AND SARDIS... SC
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
2.00″ hail
May 3, 2021
9:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL REPORTED IN CARTERSVILLE... SC SLIGHTLY SMALLER THAN A TENNIS BALL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SW Timmonsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
8:06 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL JUST SOUTH OF U.S. HIGHWAY 76 AND EAST LYNCHES RIVER ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cartersville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2014
6:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reportedly falling along Highway 301.
NWS Hail Report Location: .41 S Cusac Xrds, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 2, 2012
5:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported. The hail persisted for about 30 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.5 NNW Cusac Xrds, SC
0.88″ hail
Jul 13, 2011
4:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of nickels was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.51 NNW Sardis, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2008
5:26 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail reported along Langston Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.52 NNE Cusac Xrds, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 28, 2006
5:01 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail near Magnolia Mall.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2006
6:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
0.75″ hail
May 25, 2006
5:33 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Timmonsville, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 3, 2006
4:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
4.50″ hail
May 25, 2000
8:04 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm developed west of the city of Florence and moved east. The damage began on the southwest side of the city with reports (including ham radio, media, and spotters) of large hail and wind gusts estimated over 80 mph. The largest hail size was estimated at 4 1/2 inches, which caused extensive damage over $6 million to more than 2000 homes, mainly roof and siding damage.The hail and wind blew out many windows, injuring one person with flying glass. The storm knocked out power to over 20,000 residences. Damage to vehicles was even more costly. Several automobile dealerships sustained major damage to nearly every car in their lots...totaling around 1000 vehicles. One man was injured in his vehicle when a hailstone crashed through his windshield, causing facial lacerations. In addition, the storm produced flash flooding, with many streets rendered temporarily impassable. A National Weather Service damage assessment reported dozens of trees damaged and snapped...was concluded to be due to straight-line winds and hail, not a tornado. An automated weather observation station at the Florence airport, just east of the city, recorded a peak wind of 59 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SW Florence, SC
1.75″ hail
Mar 20, 1998
7:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED BY SKYWARN SPOTTER AND MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
0.75″ hail
May 29, 1996
7:41 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, SC
1.00″ hail
May 26, 1996
6:15 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Timmonsville, 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 29161

35 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Ne Lamar, SC
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
6:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on West Shortcut Rd and Jones Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Nne Olanta, SC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
9:49 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NE Olanta, SC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
9:44 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Eaddy Rd. Time estimated by radar
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 NNE Olanta, SC
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of tree down across the road on Sardis Highway near Cusac community in Florence County. Media also reports tree fell onto a home in Florence County - unknown location at this time. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 WNW Coward, SC
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2022
9:47 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS TWIN BRIDGE RD NEAR THE INTERSECTION WITH CALE YARBOROUGH HWY
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 S Timmonsville, SC
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
6:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE BLOWN DOWN ONTO HOUSE ON TWIN BRIDGE ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSE Timmonsville, SC
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
6:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON I-95 S EXIT 153. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Timmonsville, SC
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON TWIN CHURCH ROAD AND YOUNG ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSE Timmonsville, SC
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2019
8:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN AT HAM ROAD AND US ROUTE 76.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Timmonsville, SC
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2017
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWNED ON I-95 AT SOUTHBOUND EXIT 153
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Hollman Crossroad, SC
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2016
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE IN ROADWAY OAK GROVE RD AND OLANTA HWY
NWS Wind Report Location: Cusac Crossroads, SC
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2016
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES ON SHORT CUT RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Sparrows Crossroa, SC
60 mph
Jun 27, 2015
6:52 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reportedly down at the intersection of Peniel Road and Twin Church Road. The time was estimated based on radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: .23 NE Peniel Xrds, SC
60 mph
Jun 27, 2015
6:47 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported down near the intersection of Lamar Highway and Friday Road. The time was estimated based on radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.59 N Cartersville, 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 29161

6 reports
UNK category
Jun 16, 2022
10:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TORNADO CONFIRMED IN DARLINGTON... SC... NORTHEAST OF LAMAR. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FORTHCOMING WITH STORM SURVEY RESULTS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 E Oats, SC
UNK category
Sep 17, 2020
6:48 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ONGOING NWS SURVEY HAS FOUND DAMAGE SUPPORTIVE OF AN EF0 TORNADO WITH 85 MPH WINDS BETWEEN TWIN BRIDGE ROAD AND TWIN CHRUCH ROAD IN THE SARDIS COMMUNITY. TIME ESTIMATED. FULL SURVEY WILL BE AVAILABLE TONIGHT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSE Timmonsville, SC
EF1 category
Mar 15, 2008
5:25 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey concluded a tornado developed near Crawfish Pond Road and Cartersville Highway, just to the southeast of Cartersville. The tornado moved east across Chaney Grove Road, near Rose Lane where it strengthened from an EF0 to an EF1 with winds estimated to 100 mph. The tornado weakened to EF0 as it crossed Thunder Road. The tornado reached EF1 again near Cale Yarborough Highway and Interstate 95. The tornado crossed Interstate 95 with EF0 damage noted near South Hill Road. The tornado peaked at 105 mph along W John Paul Jones Road, between Center Road and Langston Road. The tornado finally dissipated near Mccain Circle and Olanta Highway, just west of Effingham. Seventy six homes sustained minor damage. Damage to 4 homes was classifed as major and one home was completely destroyed. Eight mobile homes sustained minor damage. Damage to 5 mobile homes was classified as major and 9 mobile homes were completely destroyed. There were 2 businesses that sustained major damage. There were 13 barns and sheds completely destroyed, 3 others sustained major damage. There were 3 minor injuries, including a 3 year old boy who had to be extricated from a structure. Three horses and 3 cows were killed. The maximum path width was 100 yards. The path length was about 13 1/2 miles. Florence County officials estimated the damage at $605,000 dollars.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.1 E Cartersville, SC
F0 category
Sep 16, 1996
5:40 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Sardis, SC
F2 category
Mar 12, 1967
11:00 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
Aug 29, 1964
10:59 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29161
Florence County · 38,360 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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ZIP 29161 area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,114
Households4,219
Housing units5,115
Income
Median household income$47,923
$100k+ households20.6%
$150k+ households6.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,725
Attached single-family32
Small multifamily230
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes2,128
Housing mix
Single-family share53.3%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share4.5%
Mobile-home share41.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,913
Renter-occupied1,306
Vacant units896
Home value & age
Median home value$126,200
Owner homes $300k+10.6%
Owner homes $500k+4.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.6%
Median year built1987
Older-home share35.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,001
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29161 have on record?

Our records show 16 hail, 35 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29161, 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 29161?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29161 is 4.50″. It was reported near Florence, SC on May 25, 2000.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29161 — 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 29161 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29161 — 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 29161 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29161 — 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 29161 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29161 — 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 29161, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29161, 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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