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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29178

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29178 from April 1, 1970 through August 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
56
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29178 · 1970–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29178

15 reports
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1.50″ hail
Jun 22, 2019
8:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PING PONG BALL SIZE HAIL AT EAVES RD. AND WHITMIRE HIGHWAY (HWY 176).
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 W Carlisle, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 22, 2019
8:38 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN WHITMIRE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Whitmire, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 24, 2015
5:14 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel to quarter size hail on Little North Carolina Road near Hwy 66.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.26 NE Brickhouse Xrds, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
3:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail covering the ground just northwest of Whitmire off of Lovers Lane.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NW Whitmire, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
3:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel to quarter size hail in Whitmire.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Whitmire, SC
0.75″ hail
Aug 11, 2011
4:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: EM reported dime size hail in Whitmire.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.14 E Whitmire, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 6, 2009
3:20 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Convenience store and Forestry Service reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .91 S Whitmire, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 4, 2008
6:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported penny size hail on Little Egypt road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Whitmire, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 14, 2007
8:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported nickel size hail in and around the Whitmire area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Whitmire, SC
0.75″ hail
May 12, 2001
3:51 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Just north of the border with Newberry County, general public reported hail hitting windows so hard they thought the windows would break.
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 S Union, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 2, 1997
12:50 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 SW Carlisle, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 2, 1997
12:02 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Whitmire, SC
0.75″ hail
Mar 16, 1996
3:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: SE Sedalia, SC
0.75″ hail
May 17, 1988
2:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 1, 1970
10:55 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 29178

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UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SCDPS reported a tree down on US176 near Whitmire. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ese Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2026
6:29 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Newberry County Dispatch reported multiple trees down in the town of Whitmire. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
7:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down around Whitmire. One tree fell on a home. A building in Whitmire experienced significant damage with the collapse of an exterior wall.
NWS Wind Report Location: Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Sep 24, 2024
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down on Hickory Nut Hollow Road and Eaves Road... with one on a barn.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 ESE Sedalia, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
6:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Newberry County EM reported a tree down at Indian Creek Rifle Range. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
6:52 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Newberry County EM reported trees and powerlines down at Colonial Dr and SC 121. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
6:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Newberry County dispatch reported trees down at Kings Ln and Old Airport Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jan 28, 2024
1:49 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 SE Whitmire. Newberry County Sheriffs office reports a tree down on Hwy 121 near Sulphur Springs Rd. Time estimated from radar. Corrected AM to PM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jan 27, 2024
1:49 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Newberry County Sheriffs office reports a tree down on Hwy 121 near Sulphur Springs Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports numerous trees down across Union County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 ESE Sedalia, SC
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
9:37 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTED A TREE BLOCKING THE ROADWAY. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2021
6:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NEWBERRY CO SHERIFFS OFFICE REPORTED... VIA SOCIAL MEDIA... NUMEROUS TREES AND POWER LINES WERE DOWNED... BLOCKING SC HWY 66... SC HWY 72... AND OTHER STREETS IN WHITMIRE. SOME PROPERTY DAMAGE OCCURRED... BUT EXTENT IS UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. NO INJURIES. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2021
8:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PHOTOS OF TREES DOWN NEAR CENTRAL AVE IN WHITMIRE. TIME ESTIMATED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Mar 25, 2021
9:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMERGENCY MANAGER REPORTS A COUPLE OF TREES DOWN ALONG HIGHWAY 72 IN WHITMIRE NEAR THE UNION COUNTY LINE. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Whitmire, SC
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2020
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29178
Laurens County · 19,547 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED TREE DOWN IN ROADWAY. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNE Clinton, 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 29178

2 reports
UNK category
May 11, 2024
6:46 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service storm survey team confirmed a brief EF-0 tornado with peak winds of 80 mph in Newberry County south of the Town of Whitmire during the early morning hours of May 9th. The tornado began near the intersection of Old Airport Road and Kings Lane causing scattered tree damage as it moved east. The tornado then turned southeast resulting in additional tree damage in and around Little Egypt Road and Colonial Drive. The tornado likely lifted before reaching Highway 121.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSW Whitmire, SC
UNK category
Apr 19, 2019
6:07 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29178
Newberry County · 12,860 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF1 TOUCHED DOWN NEAR ASIAS BRANCH ROAD AND MOVED QUICKLY TO THE NORTH-NORTHEAST. THE TORNADO DOWNED A FEW TREES ALONG WITH LARGE BRANCHES NEAR ASIAS BRANCH ROAD. THE TORNADO CONTINUED TOWARD JEANETTE ROAD AND THEN TO OLD NEWBERRY HIGHWAY. THE MOST EXTENSIVE DAMAGE OCCURRED ALONG OLD NEWBERRY HIGHWAY NEAR THE INTERSECTION WITH JEANETTE ROAD. THE TORNADO COMPLETELY DESTROYED A LARGE 2 STORY CHICKEN HOUSE THAT WAS CONSTRUCTED OF OAK BEAMS AND INSULATED WITH A TIN ROOF. THERE WERE NUMEROUS TREES DAMAGED IN THIS AREA. SOME TREES WERE SNAPPED... UPROOTED AND LARGE LIMBS WERE BLOWN OFF. A SMALL OUT BUILDING SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE METAL ROOF AND SIDING. ANOTHER SMALL SHED BEHIND A MOBILE HOME WAS MOVED TWO FEET OFF OF THE FOUNDATION. THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE UNDER-PINNING OF THE MOBILE HOME.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Whitmire, 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 29178 area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,509
Households1,398
Housing units1,753
Income
Median household income$59,960
$100k+ households29.6%
$150k+ households6.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,359
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily77
Large multifamily2
Mobile homes315
Housing mix
Single-family share77.5%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share4.5%
Mobile-home share18.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,158
Renter-occupied240
Vacant units355
Home value & age
Median home value$81,900
Owner homes $300k+5.0%
Owner homes $500k+4.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1968
Older-home share66.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,251
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29178 have on record?

Our records show 15 hail, 56 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29178, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 29178?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29178 is 1.75″. It was reported near Whitmire, SC on June 22, 2019.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29178 — 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 29178 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29178 — 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 29178 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29178 — 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 29178 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29178 — 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 29178, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29178, 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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