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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29379

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29379 from April 8, 1957 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
48
Wind Reports
164
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29379 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29379

48 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 8, 2024
8:39 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media pictures of at least golf ball size hail in the Santuc area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Carlisle, SC
1.50″ hail
May 5, 2020
10:12 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CO-OP OBSERVER REPORTED PING PONG BALL (1.50") SIZE HAIL
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Lockhart, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2015
4:39 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported a second severe thunderstorm produced another round of large hail in the Union area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Union, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2015
4:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Multiple public reports of quarter size hail were received from the Union area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Union, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 7, 2015
6:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported hail up to the size of golf balls covering the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.85 NNW Neal Shoals, SC
3.00″ hail
May 23, 2014
5:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: County comms reported that the second severe thunderstorm produced larger than baseball size hail on the west side of the city. Multiple car windshields were reportedly broken out and skylights were broken at a department store.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Union, SC
1.75″ hail
May 23, 2014
5:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotters reported up to golf ball size hail that broke car windshields in the Union area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Union, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 2013
4:21 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 NNW Carlisle, SC
1.25″ hail
Apr 5, 2012
4:12 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Union, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 5, 2012
3:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to golf ball size covered the ground 3 miles north northwest of Union. Large hail fell all the way into Union causing roof damage to the dome of the courthouse among other buildings.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSE Bonham, SC
1.25″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
4:12 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.58 NW Neal Shoals, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of quarters covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.27 W Santuc, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2011
7:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell in the Bonham area. Also, the winds were estimated at 50 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSE Bonham, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 28, 2010
8:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail, up to the size of quarters, covered the ground at the Jonesville Fire Department.
NWS Hail Report Location: .32 SSW Union, SC
0.75″ hail
Jul 27, 2009
6:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .35 NNW Santuc, 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 29379

164 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Se Union, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Monarch Mills, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne Union, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:37 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines down across the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Sedalia, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:36 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines down across Union.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Union, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down across Deep Water Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Union, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:34 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 S Buffalo. Multiple trees down on Cross Keys Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Buffalo, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:29 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down on Cross Keys Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Buffalo, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in the Cross Keys area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cross Keys, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2026
7:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines down in the 100 block of Monarch Hwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Monarch Mills, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2026
7:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on a car and boat on Lockhart Hwy near Frank Hill Loop.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Adamsburg, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2026
6:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Pinegate Dr and Sonoco Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Jonesville, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2026
6:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across High Plains Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Buffalo, SC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down on Bermuda Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Union, SC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
8:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines down across both the city and county of Union.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Union, 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 29379

9 reports
UNK category
Dec 29, 2024
1:27 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado touched down along County Landfill Road where several large limbs were snapped along with a tree downed. The tornado moved northeast crossing Old Ferry Road were several trees were uprooted. The tornado reached peak intensity of 80 mph as it crossed South Carolina 49 and moved along Phillip Church Road. Here... a number of trees were uprooted along with snapping of large limbs. The tornado crossed Black Bottom Road where several trees were downed before weakening as it crossed South Carolina 9. The tornado dissipated after crossing Bailey Town Road where several large limbs were downed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ESE Monarch Mills, SC
EF0 category
Nov 16, 2011
5:06 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An area of weak tornado damage was surveyed near the intersection of Neal Shoals Rd and Fairview Church Circle. Part of the roof was blown off a barn and shingles were removed from a house. Numerous trees were uprooted or snapped in the area as well.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .32 NNE Carem, SC
F0 category
Nov 24, 2004
2:25 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm survey found apparent tornado northwest of Santuck with some light wind damage extending to the southeast from around Carlisle to the Chester line.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Santuc, SC
F1 category
Sep 7, 2004
11:00 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado touched down east of the city of Union, then tracked north/northwest, blowing down and uprooting numerous trees, and rolling one mobile home. Other structural damage was limited to shingles and gutters.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 E Union, SC
F1 category
May 25, 2000
7:00 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Adamsburg, SC
F3 category
Aug 16, 1994
2:50 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado began near Santuc as a large multi-vortex F3 tornado. Spotters engaged the storm almost immediately and followed it as it curved north to northwest through the County. The storm had intermittent ground contact of about 30 to 40 percent but there was not a great deal of separation between areas of damage. The path width gradually diminished to about 50 yards from 0.75 mile initially, and the storm intensity gradually weakened to F2 and then to F1 at Pauline. The tornado crossed into Spartanburg County near Pacolet Mills at 1545EST. A well constructed home near Santuc was destroyed, a stationary vehicle was thrown aout 150 yds, and other homes and structures received severe damage along its path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Santuck To, SC
F2 category
Apr 15, 1993
4:26 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Exactly an hour after producing the first severe weather in the upstate, the supercell produced its strongest tornado in South Carolina. A high F1/low F2 tornado struck Union. Property damage resulting from the tornado's winds was estimated about $500,000. More hail damage is likely as the hail accumulated to great depths very quickly and near the tornado track was quite large. Winds were estimated from 60 to 90 mph in downtown sections where plate glass windows were blown out. There was also considerable damage to trees and power lines along with damage from the wind-driven hail. Nearer the tornado track damage was more severe with large trees crushing some homes. Mobile homes were damaged or destroyed, and a couple of houses lost roofs from the wind. The large hail quickly clogged storm drains and an estimated 2 to 3 inches of rain fell causing $50,000 in water damage to equipment in the hospital. Highest winds from south of Union to near Monarch were estimated at 115 mph in a small area. Two people were slighlty injured when a falling tree crushed their car.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Southside To, SC
F0 category
Jun 4, 1992
10:50 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F2 category
Apr 8, 1957
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29379
Union County · 9,167 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 29379 area census snapshot

People & households
Population17,580
Households8,009
Housing units9,010
Income
Median household income$40,178
$100k+ households24.4%
$150k+ households6.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,027
Attached single-family26
Small multifamily771
Large multifamily519
Mobile homes1,618
Housing mix
Single-family share66.9%
Attached-home share0.3%
Multifamily share14.3%
Mobile-home share18.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,189
Renter-occupied2,820
Vacant units1,001
Home value & age
Median home value$103,000
Owner homes $300k+6.7%
Owner homes $500k+2.0%
Owner homes $750k+1%
Median year built1971
Older-home share65.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,067
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29379 have on record?

Our records show 48 hail, 164 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29379, 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 29379?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29379 is 3.00″. It was reported near Union, SC on May 23, 2014.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29379 — 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 29379 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29379 — 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 29379 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29379 — 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 29379 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29379 — 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 29379, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29379, 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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