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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 31331

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 31331 from May 28, 1959 through August 24, 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
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 31331 · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 24, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 31331

28 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 23, 2020
7:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: BROADCAST MEDIA RELAYED A REPORT OF AT LEAST QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 17 AND SMITH ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Carnigan, GA
1.75″ hail
May 30, 2017
9:41 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MEDIA RELAYED A PUBLIC REPORT OF ESTIMATED GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL FALLING IN TOWNSEND GEORGIA. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Townsend, GA
0.88″ hail
Apr 7, 2014
4:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
Glynn County · 27,717 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A spotter observed dime to nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.82 NW Boys Estate, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2012
2:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny to quarter size hail at the Sapelo Island ferry dock.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.18 W Doboy, GA
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2012
2:42 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law enforcement relayed a report of quarter size hail along Highway 57.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.76 S Pine Harbor, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 3, 2012
2:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained Spotter reported quarter-sized hail 3 miles east southeast of Cox.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.6 E Cox, GA
0.88″ hail
Apr 21, 2011
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel size hail lasting 10 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.18 E South Newport, GA
1.25″ hail
Jun 15, 2010
1:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported half dollar size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.04 NE Belleview Pt, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 11, 2010
2:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A post office employee reported dime to penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Crescent, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
6:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law Enforcement reported penny size hail in South Newport, Georgia.
NWS Hail Report Location: N South Newport, GA
1.00″ hail
May 29, 2009
6:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime to quarter size hail on Julienton Drive, 4 miles northeast of Shellman Bluff, Georgia.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7.19 E South Newport, GA
0.75″ hail
May 5, 2009
5:13 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny size hail at the Lake Harmony RV Park on Lake Harmony Drive two miles east of Townsend, Georgia.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.9 ENE Pine Harbor, GA
1.00″ hail
Oct 9, 2008
7:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A fireman reported penny to quarter size hail lasting about 5 minutes 1 mile northwest of Darien, Georgia at exit 49 along interstate 95.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.37 WNW Darien, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2008
2:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported in Townsend, Georgia.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Pine Harbor, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2008
1:44 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported by a trained weather spotter 2 miles northwest of Shellman Bluff, Georgia.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.04 SE South Newport, 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 31331

79 reports
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41 mph
Aug 24, 2026
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Sapelo Island NERRS site reported a wind gust to 36 knots (41 mph).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Sapelo Island, GA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:41 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported a tree down on power lines at Johnson Drain Road in Crescent_ GA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Crescent, GA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2026
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The McIntosh County 911 Call Center reported a tree down on a power line along Valona Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Valona, GA
59 mph
May 25, 2024
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The NERRS site on the south end of Sapelo Island measured a 51 knot wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Sapelo Island, GA
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: McIntosh County Dispatch reported a tree down in the Shellman Bluff area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shellman Bluff, GA
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Jones Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: South Newport, GA
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
6:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: McIntosh County Dispatch reported a tree down in the Shellman Bluff area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shellman Bluff, GA
68 mph
Jan 9, 2024
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured 68 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Sapelo Island, GA
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2023
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree reported down on Belle Bluff Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Pine Harbor, GA
UNK mph
Apr 25, 2023
10:29 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MCINTOSH COUNTY EMA REPORTED MULTIPLE TREES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Townsend, GA
UNK mph
Apr 24, 2021
5:33 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT OF TREES DOWN ALONG HARRIS NECK ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Shellman Bluff, GA
UNK mph
Apr 24, 2021
5:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT OF TREES DOWN IN THE AREA OF SOUTH NEWPORT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: South Newport, GA
UNK mph
May 21, 2020
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WARNING POINT REPORTED TREE DOWN ON POWERLINE ON FAIRHOPE ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Pine Harbor, GA
UNK mph
Apr 13, 2020
12:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LONG MCINTOSH 911 REPORTED A TREE BROUGHT DOWN A POWER LINE ON JULIENTON DR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Shellman Bluff, GA
UNK mph
Apr 13, 2020
12:07 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LONG MCINTOSH 911 REPORTED A TREE BROUGHT DOWN A POWER LINE ON YOUNG ISLAND RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Eulonia, 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 31331

4 reports
EF1 category
Apr 13, 2009
3:40 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team determined a tornado occurred south of the Credit Hill community off Briardam Road around 440 PM Eastern Daylight Time, which is located about 3 miles southeast of Townsend. The tornado traveled to the northeast across an open field and produced extensive tree damage to various pines and hardwoods. The tornado crossed Briardam Road and struck the First Credit Hill Baptist Church, lifting and destroying its large front end porch. Both the tree and structural damage to the church were consistent with an EF-1 tornado on the Enhanced Fujita Scale with winds estimated to be around 100 miles per hour. The tornado continued to move rapidly northeast while skirting the ground in various locations. The tornado crossed highway 57 and produced tree and fence damage to several areas along Church of God Road, before crossing interstate 95 around mile marker 61|where additional tree damage occurred. The tornado appears to have lifted around 457 PM eastern daylight time shortly before reaching highway 17 near the intersection with Tramm Road. The total track length of the tornado was 8 miles with a maximum width of 770 yards.|No fatalities or injuries were reported with this event.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.24 SE Pine Harbor, GA
EF0 category
Mar 7, 2008
10:57 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The Emergency Manager relayed a report received from Law Enforcement of two brief Tornado touchdowns.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.45 N Belleview Pt, GA
F1 category
Jul 21, 1969
1:50 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F0 category
May 28, 1959
12:29 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 31331
McIntosh County · 3,868 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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 31331 area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,997
Households2,439
Housing units3,915
Income
Median household income$60,669
$100k+ households34.4%
$150k+ households10.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,278
Attached single-family16
Small multifamily7
Large multifamily7
Mobile homes1,599
Housing mix
Single-family share58.2%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share0.4%
Mobile-home share40.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,138
Renter-occupied301
Vacant units1,476
Home value & age
Median home value$199,300
Owner homes $300k+27.1%
Owner homes $500k+10.5%
Owner homes $750k+5.2%
Median year built1999
Older-home share20.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,348
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 31331 have on record?

Our records show 28 hail, 79 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 31331, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 24, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 31331?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 31331 is 1.75″. It was reported near Townsend, GA on May 30, 2017.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 31331 — 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 31331 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 31331 — 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 31331 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 31331 — 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 31331 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 31331 — 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 31331, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 31331, 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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