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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 30549

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 30549 from July 4, 1966 through June 14, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
28
Wind Reports
79
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 30549 · 1966–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 14, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 30549

28 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 12, 2025
10:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter Size hail in the city of Jefferson near Brockton Rd and Red Tail Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Apple Valley, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 11, 2025
12:08 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail reported near Mulberry Greens Lane and Swamp Willow Court.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Hoschton, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2022
6:00 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Barrow County · 26,454 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC ESTIMATES QUARTER SIZED HAIL ALONG RIVERBLUFF DRIVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Arcade, GA
2.00″ hail
Apr 6, 2017
3:25 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF HAIL NOTICABLY BIGGER THAN A GOLF BALL IN THE PRESERVE NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Jefferson, GA
1.50″ hail
Apr 6, 2017
3:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1.50 INCH HAIL WAS REPORTED AS WELL AS ESTIMATED WIND GUSTS TO 50 MPH. THE HAIL WAS REPORTED TO LAST AROUND 5-6 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SW Holders, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 2017
10:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER-SIZED HAIL IN OUTSIDE HOME IN JEFFERSON... GA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Jefferson, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 2017
10:18 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER-SIZED HAIL AT JACKSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Jefferson, GA
1.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2015
2:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Jackson County Emergency Manager reported golf ball size hail on Storey Porter Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.86 N Red Stone, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 3, 2012
3:32 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter sized hail was reported at a business just outside of Jefferson.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 NNE Marcus, GA
0.88″ hail
Jul 26, 2010
3:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny to nickel-sized hail in the southeast part of the county, four to five miles south of Nicholson. Two trees were also blown down near the intersection of U.S. Highway 441 and Georgia Highway 334.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SW Nicholson, GA
1.25″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
7:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A storm spotter observed half-dollar-sized hail southwest of Arcade while another storm spotter observed penny-sized hail in southern Jackson county, south of Jackson. This was the second severe thunderstorm to track across the county, this time across the far southern portion of the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Arcade, GA
0.75″ hail
Sep 28, 2006
5:04 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Arcade, GA
1.00″ hail
Dec 4, 2005
4:42 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter-sized hail just south of Commerce and penny-sized hail in Nicholson. The Jackson County 911 Center reported nickel-sized hail two miles east-south-east of Pendergrass.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Pendergrass, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 10, 2000
2:10 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Jackson county 911 reported nickel to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Jefferson, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 20, 1999
4:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Jackson county 911 reported dime size hail in Jefferson.
NWS Hail Report Location: Jefferson, 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 30549

79 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: power pole downed. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Jefferson, GA
UNK mph
May 12, 2025
10:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across the road near the intersection of Jefferson River Rd and Orrs School Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Arcade, GA
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
12:16 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down near Brockton Loop and Brockton Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Apple Valley, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
10:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM reports tree down blocking SR11 at Concord Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Pendergrass, GA
UNK mph
May 4, 2024
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Chicken Coup Lifted off ground and several trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Peach State Speedwa, GA
UNK mph
May 3, 2024
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 WSW Peach State Speedway. Tree on Powerlines near Jett Roberts RD and Village Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Peach State Speed, GA
UNK mph
May 3, 2024
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 W Peach State Speedway. Chicken Coup Lifted off ground and several trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Peach State Speedwa, GA
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2023
10:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: At least 23 reports of trees down across Jackson County.
NWS Wind Report Location: Jefferson, GA
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2023
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down near Jackson Trail Rd and Bradley Springs Dr. Trees uprooted... trampoline thrown... and carport collapsed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Arcade, GA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2023
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Video submitted from public shows trees blown down on Lawrenceville St in Jefferson.
NWS Wind Report Location: Jefferson, GA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2023
9:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Received report from EM of numerous trees down in a multiple block radius of Mahaffey St in the town of Jefferson. Roughly 10 trees down on houses or cars.
NWS Wind Report Location: Jefferson, GA
UNK mph
Jan 12, 2023
9:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN NEAR INTERSECTION OF HWY 11 AND LEWIS ROBERTS RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Arcade, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2021
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REPORTING STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO A WAREHOUSE ON COBB ST IN JEFFERSON. A AWNING MADE OF SHEET METAL WAS TORN OFF THE SIDE OF THE BUILDING AND DMAGE TO THE ROOFING MATERIAL OCCURED ON THE STAIRWELL ACCESS TO THE ROOF.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Jefferson, GA
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2020
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: Arcade, GA
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2020
9:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: Jefferson, 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 30549

2 reports
UNK category
Mar 23, 2017
1:03 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF1 TORNADO WITH MAX WINDS OF 95 MPH BEGAN IN A RURAL AREA NEAR NEW KINGS BRIDGE RD AND TRAVELED 0.5 MILES. A HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION WAS PULLED OFF ITS MOORINGS. AT LEAST A DOZEN LARGE TREES WERE ALSO SNAPPED OR UPROOTED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Red Stone, GA
EF1 category
Aug 26, 2008
3:30 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 30549
Jackson County · 23,666 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City and the Jackson County Emergency Management Agency confirmed that an EF1 tornado touched down and caused considerable damage in northeast Jackson county. The tornado initially touched down very briefly about three miles east-northeast of Arcade near the Brockton Loop before lifting. Only minor damage to tree limbs was noted in this area. The tornado then touched down again within the city of Commerce and tracked approximately 1.25 miles through the city before lifting before reaching the Banks county line. Approximately 40 trees were uprooted or blown over by the tornado, which caused extensive damage to homes in the area. A total of three mobile homes were destroyed, one by wind, and two others from downed trees, while up to 15 site-built homes sustained minor roof damage. Three residents of the destroyed mobile homes were treated for injuries. The maximum path width of the tornado, within the city of Commerce, was determined to be 100 yards. Maximum wind within the tornado was estimated to be 100 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNE Arcade, 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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ZIP 30549 area census snapshot

People & households
Population30,643
Households9,950
Housing units10,673
Income
Median household income$88,951
$100k+ households45.3%
$150k+ households21.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached8,920
Attached single-family39
Small multifamily369
Large multifamily372
Mobile homes973
Housing mix
Single-family share83.6%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share6.9%
Mobile-home share9.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,303
Renter-occupied1,647
Vacant units723
Home value & age
Median home value$325,500
Owner homes $300k+56.2%
Owner homes $500k+20%
Owner homes $750k+5.7%
Median year built2003
Older-home share18.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,547
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 30549 have on record?

Our records show 28 hail, 79 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 30549, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 14, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 30549?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 30549 is 2.00″. It was reported near Jefferson, GA on April 6, 2017.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 30549 — 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 30549 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 30549 — 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 30549 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 30549 — 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 30549 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 30549 — 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 30549, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 30549, 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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