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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 31096

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 31096 from July 9, 1970 through August 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
19
Wind Reports
72
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 31096 · 1970–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 31096

19 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 22, 2017
7:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED 1/2 MILE OUTSIDE OF WRIGHTSVILLE ON HWY 319
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Wrightsville, GA
1.00″ hail
Nov 16, 2011
5:06 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson County Emergency Management Director reported hail the size of quarters, possibly a little larger, in the Wrightsville area. The hail continued from west to east across mainly the northern sections of the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 W Wrightsville, GA
0.75″ hail
May 26, 2011
8:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson County Emergency Management Director reported penny-sized hail around Wrightsville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Spann, GA
1.75″ hail
Mar 26, 2011
6:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed golf ball-sized hail across east central Johnson county near Kite.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Kite, GA
1.75″ hail
Oct 25, 2010
2:46 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson County Emergency Management Director relayed that numerous reports of quarter-sized hail were received from the south part of the county from north of Scott to Meeks and Kite, including the Moore's Chapel area. Golf ball-sized hail was observed near Meeks and also on Georgia Highway 15 south of Wrightsville toward Meeks. At least one home in the Meeks area sustained significant roof damage from the large hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Scott, GA
0.75″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
8:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson County Emergency Management Director observed penny-sized hail in the Wrightsville area. Radar supported similar size hail from Donavan to Kite.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Wrightsville, GA
0.88″ hail
Jun 11, 2007
2:29 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson County Emergency Management Director reported penny to nickel-sized hail northeast of Wrigthsville near the Washington county border. He also reported that two to three trees were down in the area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NE Wrightsville, GA
0.75″ hail
May 14, 2006
5:02 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny-sized hail in the Wrightsville, Kite, and Meeks areas.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wrightsville, GA
1.75″ hail
Dec 28, 2005
3:44 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Sumter County · 8,122 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A SkyWarn spotter reported golf ball-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cobb, GA
1.75″ hail
Dec 28, 2005
2:58 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Schley County · 1,183 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Schley County Emergency Manager reported golf ball-sized hail in the northwest part of the county along Shiloh Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: Concord, GA
0.88″ hail
Dec 28, 2005
1:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Madison County · 8,114 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that nickel-sized hail covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: Colbert, GA
0.75″ hail
May 2, 2003
7:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Taliaferro County · 650 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Taliaferro county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crawfordville, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2002
5:20 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson county sheriff reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wrightsville, GA
0.75″ hail
Jul 6, 2002
4:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 W Wrightsville, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 9, 2000
3:20 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Johnson county 911 center reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wrightsville, 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 31096

72 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
5:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on GA15 near Donovan Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Donovan, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
5:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and Powerlines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
5:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Carport blown off hinges_ Tuckers Grove Church Road at Johnson Bridge Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wnw Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
5:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees reported down across the north side of Johnson County per EMA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sse Donovan, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
5:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Washington County · 5,302 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Picture of tree down across HWY 15 from public shortly before border with Johnson County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Harrison, GA
UNK mph
May 17, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell across Myrtle St near Brookwood St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
May 17, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree fell across Calvary Church Road near B W Webb Road... blocking both lanes.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Tuckers Crossroad, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
12:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager relayed a report of a down tree on GA Highway 15 north in the area of Donovan Road and Johnson Bridge Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Donovan, GA
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2025
4:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Maintenance doors at a county facility blown off per EMA in Wrightsville along Idylwild Drive. Multiple trees noted down across the county... but no specific locations given.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reports tree down on East Court St in Wrightsville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Liberty Grove Church Road near the intersection of PWA Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 WNW Meeks, GA
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Piney Mount Church Road at Snell Bridge Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Spann, GA
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
11:03 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down on Cross Cedar Road at Carlos Snell Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed near the Sweats Portable Buildings business on GA-57.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Wrightsville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed GA-57 at Glover Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Wrightsville, 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 31096

9 reports
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
8:51 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MOBILE HOME DAMAGED ON MOORES CHAPEL RD/SA ATTAWAY RD
NWS Tornado Report Location: Wrightsville, GA
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
7:00 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MOBILE HOME DAMAGED ON MOORES CHAPEL RD/SA ATTAWAY RD
NWS Tornado Report Location: Wrightsville, GA
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
6:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MOBILE HOME DAMAGED ON MOORES CHAPEL RD/SA ATTAWAY RD
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSW New Home, GA
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
6:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EMA REPORTED DAMAGE TO BARN ALONG TRIUTT POOLE ROAD AND A CABIN DAMAGED ALONG SA ATTAWAY ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR. TDS SIGNATURE FROM RADAR AT THIS LOCATION.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 SSW New Home, GA
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
6:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MOBILE HOME DAMAGED ON MOORES CHAPEL RD/SA ATTAWAY RD
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSW New Home, GA
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
6:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EMA REPORTED DAMAGE TO BARN ALONG TRIUTT POOLE ROAD AND A CABIN DAMAGED ALONG SA ATTAWAY ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR. TDS SIGNATURE FROM RADAR AT THIS LOCATION.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 SSW New Home, GA
EF1 category
Feb 21, 2014
8:38 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service storm survey team determined that the tornado that began in Laurens County continued into Johnson County. A mobile home was lifted off its foundation while another had its porch blown off by the storm. Doors of the Piney Mountain Fire Station were also blown off by the tornado. The tornado eventually dissipated northeast of the intersection between Highway 15/78 and Snell Bridge Road.|[02/21/14: Tornado #1, County #2-2, EF2, Laurens-Johnson, 2014:002].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.91 S Spann, GA
EF1 category
Apr 15, 2007
1:19 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Johnson County · 2,173 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An aerial and ground survey conducted by the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Georgia confirmed that the second tornado that originated in Laurens county five miles southeast of Dublin tracked northeast to east-northeast across northeast Laurens county into Johnson county, approximately three miles north of Kite, and then continued on an east-northeastward track lifting about five miles southwest of Kite. The overall tornado path length was 19 miles, of which approxmiately five miles fell within Johnson county. The maximum tornado path length was 100 yards with maximum winds estimated at 100 mph. The majority of the damage along this portion of the tornado path occurred just north of Scott, where several homes sustained minor to moderate damage. A church in this area sustained minor damage and a family life center suffered considerable damage when it was shifted slightly off its foundation. Elsewhere along the tornado path within Johnson county, damage was confined mostly to trees and some power lines.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 N Scott, GA
F2 category
Mar 14, 1975
12:35 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 31096
Washington County · 5,302 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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 31096 area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,307
Households2,355
Housing units2,589
Income
Median household income$47,950
$100k+ households25.4%
$150k+ households10.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,452
Attached single-family16
Small multifamily110
Large multifamily45
Mobile homes950
Housing mix
Single-family share56.1%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share6.0%
Mobile-home share36.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,771
Renter-occupied584
Vacant units234
Home value & age
Median home value$87,200
Owner homes $300k+4.4%
Owner homes $500k+2.0%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1986
Older-home share40.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,199
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 31096 have on record?

Our records show 19 hail, 72 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near ZIP 31096, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 31096?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 31096 is 2.00″. It was reported near W Wrightsville, GA on April 24, 1999.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 31096 — 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 31096 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 31096 — 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 31096 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 31096 — 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 31096 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 31096 — 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 31096, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 31096, 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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