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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29588

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29588 from June 22, 1982 through May 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
34
Wind Reports
26
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29588 · 1982–present Updated  Daily · last May 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29588

34 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 23, 2025
8:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Socastee Boulevard.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Socastee, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 1, 2024
8:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report of a brief period of up to quarter size hail in the Palmetto Point/Market Common area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Socastee, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2018
7:46 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TWITTER REPORTS WITH PICTURES SHOW QUARTER-SIZED HAIL. HAIL WAS REPORTED FOR 5 MINUTES AT THE LOCATION.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Socastee, SC
1.75″ hail
Mar 21, 2018
1:21 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT RELAYED BY WFO CHARLESTON SC
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Socastee, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2016
11:54 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR INTERSECTION OF SC 707 AND BAY RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNE Burgess, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2016
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTS QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Enterprise Landing, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2016
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL ON EAST SWEET BRIAR TRAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Enterprise Landin, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 26, 2015
4:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NW Socastee, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 28, 2014
6:33 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported along Highway 707.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.56 NNE Burgess, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 25, 2014
1:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported at the intersection of Bay Road and Highway 707.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.88 NNE Burgess, SC
0.88″ hail
Jul 5, 2012
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of nickels was reported near the intersection of Highway 17 and Palmetto Pointe Boulevard.
NWS Hail Report Location: .82 E Stalvey, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 5, 2012
3:52 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported at the intersection of Highway 17 and Highway 707.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.21 ENE Stalvey, SC
1.25″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
4:01 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of half dollars was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.66 N Socastee, SC
1.25″ hail
Jun 23, 2011
4:34 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of half dollars was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NW Socastee, SC
1.25″ hail
Jun 23, 2011
4:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of half dollars was reported near the intersection of Highway 544 and Highway 31.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.11 NW Socastee, 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 29588

26 reports
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UNK mph
May 11, 2026
6:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on house along Watergate Dr. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Forestbrook, SC
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2025
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported two large trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Socastee, SC
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees down on a garage complex on St Ives Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Socastee, SC
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Chamberlin Rd in Cypress River Plantation.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Bucksport, SC
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Hardwood tree uprooted
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Forestbrook, SC
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two 30-foot tall trees blown down on Breezewood Blvd
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Socastee, SC
UNK mph
Apr 6, 2022
1:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTS TREE DOWN IN ROADWAY AT KNOLLWOOD DR AND EDGEWOOD DR. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Socastee, SC
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2019
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEDIA REPORTED POWER LINES DOWN ON SOCASTEE BLVD. IN MYRTLE BEACH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Socastee, SC
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2019
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWERLINES DOWN ON HIGHWAY 707 NEAR INTERSECTION OF BRIDGE CREEK DR BY PAPA JOHNS PIZZA
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Socastee, SC
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2018
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND DAMAGE TO ROOF AND SIDE OF HOME IN SOCASTEE... SC
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Socastee, SC
62 mph
Jun 21, 2014
3:45 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell onto a house on Forestbrook Road near the Sugar Mill area. The extent of damage to the house is unknown. The time was estimated based on radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.41 NNE Socastee, SC
64 mph
Jun 23, 2011
4:54 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: About 15 pine trees were either snapped or uprooted. A large shopping center sign was blown down. Large fences were also observed to be blown over. The damage was along and near Highway 501 between Carolina Forest Boulevard and Gardner Lacy Road. The damage was likely the result of a microburst.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.65 N Socastee, SC
64 mph
Jun 23, 2011
4:45 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were reported down on Peachtree Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.32 WNW Socastee, SC
64 mph
Jun 23, 2011
4:36 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were reportedly down in Carolina Forest. The time was estimated based on radar data. The damage was likely the result of a microburst.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.65 N Socastee, SC
58 mph
Jun 23, 2011
4:31 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs were reportedly down near the intersection of Highway 544 and Highway 31.
NWS Wind Report Location: .9 NW Socastee, 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 29588

5 reports
UNK category
Dec 17, 2023
6:15 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Estimated wind speed 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 E Socastee, SC
UNK category
Dec 17, 2023
6:15 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Emergency Manager reports potential tornado damage in the Socastee-Forestbrook area. 8-9 power poles snapped along/near Hwy 707 in Socastee. Estimated 10 houses with tree damage in Forestbrook. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ENE Socastee, SC
EF0 category
Jun 29, 2013
3:26 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team concluded an EF0 tornado briefly touched down near the intersection of Highway 31 and Highway 544 near the retention pond off of Breezewood Boulevard in Socastee, South Carolina. The maximum wind speed was estimated to 60 mph. The path length was slightly less than a tenth of a mile and the maximum path width was 50 yards. The weak tornado caused mainly minor damage to approximately 4 homes. Damage was limited primarily to the loss of a small number of shingles, the loss of small amounts of vinyl siding and soffit trim. A few downed trees were also observed. The monetary damage estimate is $15,000 dollars.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.46 NNW Socastee, SC
EF0 category
Jun 29, 2013
3:15 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team concluded an EF0 tornado briefly touched down in the Cameron Village subdivision off of Bay Road, between Highway 707 and Enterprise Road in Socastee, South Carolina. The maximum wind speed was estimated to 60 mph. The path length was just over a tenth of a mile and the maximum path width was 30 yards. Significant damage occurred to the framing of a two-story house under construction. The framing of the first floor collapsed and construction debris became airborne and caused moderate damage to the house next door to include broken windows. Otherwise the weak tornado caused mainly minor damage to approximately 6 homes. Damage was limited primarily to the loss of a small number of shingles, the loss of small amounts of vinyl siding, soffit trim, fencing, patio furniture and an air compressor. The monetary damage estimate is $35,000 dollars.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.26 N Burgess, SC
F0 category
Oct 8, 1996
4:35 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29588
Horry County · 110,291 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Socastee, 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 29588 area census snapshot

People & households
Population53,114
Households19,769
Housing units22,223
Income
Median household income$66,854
$100k+ households38.8%
$150k+ households12.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached14,697
Attached single-family1,025
Small multifamily1,857
Large multifamily2,051
Mobile homes2,593
Housing mix
Single-family share66.1%
Attached-home share4.6%
Multifamily share17.6%
Mobile-home share11.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied15,268
Renter-occupied4,501
Vacant units2,454
Home value & age
Median home value$241,700
Owner homes $300k+30.1%
Owner homes $500k+7.2%
Owner homes $750k+2.3%
Median year built2001
Older-home share8.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars19,029
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29588 have on record?

Our records show 34 hail, 26 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29588, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 29588?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29588 is 1.75″. It was reported near Socastee, SC on March 21, 2018.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29588 — 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 29588 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29588 — 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 29588 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29588 — 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 29588 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29588 — 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 29588, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29588, 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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