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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 30143

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 30143 from March 24, 1975 through July 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
27
Wind Reports
97
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 30143 · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 30143

27 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 27, 2026
12:52 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter Size hail reported near the intersection of Talking Rock Road and Philadelphia Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Jasper, GA
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2025
12:40 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated Quarter-sized hail near the intersection of Pettit Road and Henderson Mountain Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ESE Talmadge, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2020
8:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER-SIZED HAIL FELL FOR ABOUT 3 MINUTES AND ACCUMMULATED IN GRASS ALONG NAVAHO TRAIL DRIVE IN JASPER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Jasper, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 14, 2020
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT RECEIVED VIA SPOTTER NETWORK.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Talmadge, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 24, 2018
9:38 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL WAS REPORTED ON CORNERSTONE DRIVE NEAR JASPER GEORGIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Jasper, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 24, 2018
9:35 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAM RADIO OPERATOR REPORTS QUARTER SIZED HAIL 3 MILES NORTH OF JASPER IN THE HUNTERS RIDGE SUBDIVISION.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Jasper, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 24, 2018
9:30 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL WAS REPORTED IN THE HUNTERS RIDGE SUBDIVISION.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Jasper, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 1, 2017
10:29 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL FOR ABOUT ONE MINUTE AT HUNTERS RIDGE AND REDFIELD WAY.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ENE West Brook, GA
0.88″ hail
May 19, 2012
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that pea to nickel sized hail fell along Fairview Road in Jasper for over 15 minutes. The hail covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 WSW Jasper Pickens Co Ar, GA
0.88″ hail
May 19, 2012
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An employee at Lawson Chevrolet reported nickel sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Jasper Pickens Co Ar, GA
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2012
6:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that quarter sized hail fell in Jasper.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ruden, GA
0.88″ hail
May 6, 2012
5:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that nickel sized hail fell near Jasper.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ruden, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2011
4:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed quarter-sized hail between Jasper and Talmadge.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Jasper, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 25, 2011
2:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny-sized hail in the far southern central part of Jasper county, just south of Tate, along the Cherokee county line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 S Jasper, GA
0.88″ hail
Jun 11, 2007
3:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel-sized hail in the Bent Tree community northeast of Jasper near the Gilmer county line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Jasper, GA
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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 30143

97 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
3:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines were downed on Henderson Mountain Road at Rock Creek Trail.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Ese Talmadge, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
3:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell across the 1100 block of Sharp Mountain Parkway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ene Talmadge, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
3:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines were downed on Jerusalem Church Road at Thompson Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nnw Talmadge, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell onto power lines on Bell Avenue at Moore Street and broke a utility pole.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sse Jasper, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:52 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell across the road in the 1700 block of Talking Rock Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Jasper, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:32 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down along highway between Talking Rock Road and Johnson Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ese Talking Rock, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large oak tree split in half from strong winds along Mossburg Trail north of Jasper.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nnw Jasper, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:28 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of a tree down 1 mile NE of Marble Hill.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Marblehill, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of a tree down 2.8 miles SW of Tate.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Nelson, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of a tree down 1 mile N of Tate.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Tate, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of trees down 2.9 miles NE of Jasper.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Lake Tamarack, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of trees down 6.1 miles NE of Jasper.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Sequoyah Lake, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
9:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report of trees down 2.7 miles W of Tate.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Tate, GA
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
10:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down near the intersection of Jones Avenue and South Main Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Jasper, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2025
9:57 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near Fairview Rd & Arrendale Rd in Ball Ground... GA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Nelson, GA
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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 30143

4 reports
UNK category
Jul 29, 2026
2:29 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Corrects previous tornado report from 4 ENE Talking Rock. An EF0 tornado touched down in northern Pickens County. Maximum winds were between 80-85mph. Damage was confined to trees snapped or uprooted
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 Ene Talking Rock, GA
UNK category
Jul 29, 2026
2:29 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado touched down in northern Jasper County. Maximum winds were between 80-85mph. Damage was confined to trees snapped or uprooted along its path which paralleled East Price Creek Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 Ene Talking Rock, GA
EF1 category
Apr 10, 2009
5:04 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 30143
Pickens County · 11,910 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City confirmed than an EF1 tornado touched down in Pickens county, approximately one mile northeast of Jasper, near the intersection of Georgia Highay 136 and Old Grandview Road and continued on an eastward approximately 3.5 mile-long path before lifting. The maximum path width was determied to be 440 yards with maximum winds estimated at 90 mph. Damage was greatest along Old Grandview Road near the Grandview community. In this area, at least forty 18-inch and less diameter hardwood trees were either uprooted or snapped along the path of the tornado. A number of power lines were down in the area and several utility poles were snapped. While no direct fatalities or injuries were reported, one person was said to have suffered a heart attack because of anxiety during the event. Only minor structural damage was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.79 NE Jasper, GA
F0 category
Apr 8, 2006
4:09 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 30143
Banks County · 5,377 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A damage survey conducted by the Banks County Emergency Management Director and the National Weather Service concluded that a brief F0 tornado touched down just north of Interstate-85 at 363 Dodd Road (which parallels the interstate) completely destroying one chicken house and removing another from its foundation. Large pieces of metal from the chicken house were wrapped around an adjacent silo.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NW Five Pts, GA
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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 30143 area census snapshot

People & households
Population26,738
Households10,360
Housing units12,549
Income
Median household income$79,879
$100k+ households43.9%
$150k+ households16.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached10,318
Attached single-family209
Small multifamily729
Large multifamily236
Mobile homes1,039
Housing mix
Single-family share82.2%
Attached-home share1.7%
Multifamily share7.7%
Mobile-home share8.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,182
Renter-occupied2,178
Vacant units2,189
Home value & age
Median home value$324,900
Owner homes $300k+55.0%
Owner homes $500k+21.2%
Owner homes $750k+6.0%
Median year built1995
Older-home share19.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,167
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 30143 have on record?

Our records show 27 hail, 97 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 30143, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 30143?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 30143 is 1.75″. It was reported near Orchard Hill, GA on December 28, 2005.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 30143 — 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 30143 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 30143 — 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 30143 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 30143 — 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 30143 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 30143 — 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 30143, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 30143, 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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