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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29550

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29550 from April 12, 1961 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
43
Wind Reports
123
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29550 · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29550

43 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 10, 2024
8:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated half dollar size hail reported in Hartsville. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hartsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2024
10:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter-sized hail observed in Hartsville... SC. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Hartsville, SC
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
10:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Hartsville, SC
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
10:12 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Clyde, SC
2.00″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:12 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 2 INCH HAIL REPORTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA IN HARTSVILLE
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Hartsville, SC
3.00″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:12 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LARGE HAIL ESTIMATED AROUND 3 INCHES FELL IN HARTSVILLE VIA PICTURE FROM MEDIA
NWS Hail Report Location: Hartsville, SC
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:10 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN NORTH HARTSVILLE
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Hartsville, SC
2.25″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:04 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 2.25" HAIL MEASURED IN THE NEW MARKET COMMUNITY NE OF CLYDE... SC
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Clyde, SC
3.00″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:02 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LARGE HAIL WITH WIND DAMAGE. DESTROYED PATIO CANOPY.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Clyde, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2015
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Chesterfield County · 11,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail near Hawkins Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.14 SSE Mc Kennon, SC
2.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:03 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of baseballs was reported by the public on Lake Robinson. The media relayed the report.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.71 W Hartsville Muni Arpt, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of golf balls was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Kellytown, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:01 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.37 NNW Clyde, SC
1.25″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
6:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of half dollars was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Clyde, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
6:53 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of quarters covered the ground on West Bobo Newsom Highway.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.92 NNE Clyde, 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 29550

123 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:59 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Oats, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Oats, SC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2026
4:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a power poll causing several power outages in the area. Lightning also struck a power poll causing a minor brush fire. The timing was estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2025
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on road at Hartsville Hwy and Bethlehem Rd. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Dovesville, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of power outages and uprooted trees near Hartsville SC. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Lydia, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
9:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of power lines down at Sparrow Swamp Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Lydia, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
8:21 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Lee County · 4,588 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lee County Sheriff reported a tree down on Liberty Hill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 NNE Bishopville, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
8:32 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down at corner of Galloway Town Rd and Indian Branch Rd causing two traffic accidents no injuries reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Lydia, SC
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2024
10:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Darlington County EM reports several trees fell on an apartment building near the Myrtle Street and Manning Avenue intersection.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
Jun 16, 2022
10:23 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS US 15 NEAR THE RAILROAD AVENUE CROSS SECTION.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
May 21, 2022
6:31 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWN ACROSS THE INTERSECTION OF CALVARY ROAD AND INDIAN BRANCH ROAD. EVENT TIME ESTIMATED BY KLTX RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Oats, SC
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
10:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SMALL TREE BLOWN DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 NE North Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
10:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE BLOWN DOWN ACROSS ROAD AT NORTH 5TH STREET AND NORTH CENTER RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 ENE North Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
10:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES BLOWN DOWN ALONG F STREET
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE North Hartsville, SC
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
10:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE ON HOUSE IN HARTSVILLE. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hartsville, 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 29550

10 reports
EF2 category
Apr 25, 2010
6:40 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team confirmed an EF2 tornado with winds estimated to 130 mph. The tornado first touched down in a stand of pine trees, snapping approximately 30 of them several feet off the ground. The largest of the snapped trees was 12 inches in diameter. The tornado then moved east into a cluster of homes and mobile homes along East 7 Pines Street. One mobile home was blown 20 yards off its frame and was completely destroyed. The debris was blown into another single wide mobile home which was subsequently destroyed. A large pecan tree was uprooted before the tornado lifted off the ground. The damage was rated EF1 with winds to 100 mph. The second touchdown occurred a few hundred yards to the east. The tornado moved over a stand of trees and descended practically on top of a two story single family residence located on East 7 Pines Street. This dwelling was blown off its foundation and flipped over onto two automobiles and in the process was completely destroyed. Three people were in the home at the time. They took shelter in an interior hallway moments before the tornado struck. They were transported to the hospital, treated for minor injuries and released. A Ford Ranger Pickup was lifted and dropped approximately 50 yards away. A horse trailer was lifted and dropped 100 yards away. A large wood framed workshop and horse barn were also destroyed. The tornado moved east approximately two tenths of a mile and damaged or uprooted several trees as it lifted. The damage was rated EF2 with winds to 130 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.14 ENE Oats, SC
F2 category
Sep 7, 2004
7:23 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Chesterfield County · 11,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F2 destroyed 2 mobile homes and did moderate to severe damage to several others. Numerous trees and powerlines were down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 E Mc Bee, SC
F1 category
Sep 29, 1999
7:40 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down at Clyde, just west of the HB Robinson nuclear power plant, and tracked across the Pine Ridge area. The storm continued east-northeast, north of Hartsville across mostly rural areas, to near the Darlington County Jetport. There was spotty damage along a 15 mile path - 11 mobile homes were destroyed and 15 more were damaged. One house had major damage. Six businesses were listed as destroyed. Six injured people were treated and released.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Clyde, SC
F0 category
Aug 5, 1992
3:05 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Chesterfield County · 11,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F0 category
Mar 1, 1991
11:45 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
Nov 3, 1982
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Hampton County · 4,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
May 15, 1976
8:30 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
Apr 18, 1969
7:05 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F3 category
Apr 18, 1969
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
Apr 12, 1961
4:10 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29550
Darlington County · 18,970 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 29550 area census snapshot

People & households
Population30,198
Households11,746
Housing units13,913
Income
Median household income$54,191
$100k+ households28.9%
$150k+ households13.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached9,404
Attached single-family73
Small multifamily661
Large multifamily215
Mobile homes3,522
Housing mix
Single-family share67.6%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share6.3%
Mobile-home share25.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,592
Renter-occupied3,154
Vacant units2,167
Home value & age
Median home value$169,200
Owner homes $300k+17.3%
Owner homes $500k+3.0%
Owner homes $750k+0.1%
Median year built1984
Older-home share41.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,595
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29550 have on record?

Our records show 43 hail, 123 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29550, 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 29550?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29550 is 3.00″. It was reported near Hartsville, SC on May 6, 2020.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29550 — 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 29550 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29550 — 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 29550 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29550 — 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 29550 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29550 — 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 29550, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29550, 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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