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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35128

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35128 from July 29, 1967 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
23
Wind Reports
64
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35128 · 1967–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35128

23 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 26, 2026
10:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Up to quarter-size hail in the Pell City area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 W Cropwell, AL
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2020
10:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL SMASHED OUT A WINDOW OF A CAR. EXACT SIZE IS UNKNOWN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
2.50″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
11:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
2.50″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
11:20 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
2.75″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
11:14 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
2:46 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Cropwell, AL
0.75″ hail
Jul 5, 2012
9:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S Eden, AL
0.88″ hail
Jun 11, 2009
11:55 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Cropwell, AL
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2009
1:37 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Cropwell, AL
0.88″ hail
Apr 4, 2008
2:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Pell City, AL
0.75″ hail
May 20, 2005
2:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported near Exit 150 along Interstate 20.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Moody, AL
0.75″ hail
Jul 7, 2004
4:48 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35128
Talladega County · 24,472 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported in the town of Stemley.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stemley, AL
0.88″ hail
Jul 7, 2004
4:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported in the Pell City area.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
1.50″ hail
Apr 3, 2001
9:50 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One and one half inch diameter size hail was reported in Pell City.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pell City, AL
0.75″ hail
Mar 10, 2000
10:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35128
Talladega County · 24,472 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported in the Stemley community along Lake Logan Martin.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stemley, AL
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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 35128

64 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
9:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in the Pell City area_ some involving power lines and road blockage. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0 Sw Pell City, AL
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
11:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nnw Camp Winnataska, AL
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
11:39 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Camp Winnataska Road_ between Sequoyah Road and Richwood. Numerous trees blocking road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0 Nw Camp Winnataska, AL
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
11:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Chula Vista, AL
UNK mph
Jul 19, 2026
5:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down in the Pell City area_ some onto homes on 3rd Ave. S. and 4th Ave. S.; no injuries.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0 Sw Pell City, AL
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
7:57 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down around Cropwell.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Cropwell, AL
UNK mph
Jan 10, 2026
1:46 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees and power lines were downed around Pell City... including Cook Springs Rd... Mountain Top Loop Rd... Wolf Creek Rd... and Old Coal City Rd at Florida Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Pell City, AL
UNK mph
Nov 25, 2025
11:23 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerlines down across Golf Course rd in Pell city.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE St. Clair County, AL
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2025
1:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report of a downed tree on a home in Cropwell. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cropwell, AL
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2025
10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down south of Interstate 20.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Bald Rock, AL
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
1:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down across Pell City.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pell City, AL
UNK mph
May 28, 2024
11:17 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees reported down across Pell City.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pell City, AL
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
2:07 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in Pell City.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pell City, AL
UNK mph
Feb 12, 2024
10:01 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees down on Cogswell Ave... Avondale Dr... and Dickey Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pell City, AL
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
10:13 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking both lanes of Masters Rd south of Pell City.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Cropwell, AL
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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 35128

9 reports
UNK category
Jan 4, 2025
6:30 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS Storm Survey confirmed an EF1 tornado with max winds of 110 mph southwest of Pell City... AL.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSE Chula Vista, AL
EF1 category
May 3, 2009
1:27 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down in Pleasant Grove along CR-27. It then tracked northeastward and generally paralleled CR-27 and Wolf Creek. The tornado crossed Interstate 20 near the intersection of US-231 in Pell City, and continued northeastward all the way to the Coosa River just beyond the River Ranch Road Community. Numerous trees and power poles were snapped off along the path. Many fallen trees and power poles landed on homes and outbuildings.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.68 NW New London, AL
EF1 category
May 3, 2009
1:15 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down near the intersection of Sequoyah Road and Cherokee Road, near the Stewarts Crossroads Community. Several trees were blown down along the short path. At least 10 homes suffered minor to moderate damage associated with the fallen trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.04 SSW Prescott, AL
F0 category
Nov 24, 2004
6:48 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
Talladega County · 24,472 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 SW Lincoln, AL
F0 category
Nov 24, 2004
6:41 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
Talladega County · 24,472 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 NW Talladega, AL
F0 category
May 7, 2003
2:21 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado touched down briefly on the north side of US 78 at Luker Lake Road between Prescott and Cook Springs communities. The tornado downed trees.Beg: 33 34.425/86 25.357 End: 33 34.478/86 25.151
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 ESE Moody, AL
F2 category
Nov 24, 2001
3:10 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado rated an F2 began weakly on the west-southwest side of Pell City just behind the school at 3:10 pm. The tornado traveled on an east-northeast path downing a communication tower at the EMA/911 office and doing minor roof damage. The storm then crossed over downtown Pell City where a number of buildings sustained light to moderate roof damage along with awnings damaged and some windows broken. The tornado crossed US 231 and became very weak, possibly lifting for a little more than a mile, before slamming into a number of buildings in an industrial park. Some of the greatest destruction was done here. The tornado crossed Interstate 20 and ended after damaging a couple of houses on Sprayberry Road at approximately 3:17 pm.The tornado path was 4.5 miles long and approximately 100 yards wide at the widest. No deaths occurred in this tornado but there were two injuries, both classified as minor.Beginning: 33 34.926/86 17.647 Ending: 33 37.039/86 14.029
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Pell City, AL
F3 category
Jan 10, 1975
4:14 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Mar 16, 1973
12:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35128
St. Clair County · 27,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
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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 35128 area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,228
Households4,095
Housing units4,635
Income
Median household income$81,993
$100k+ households48.1%
$150k+ households20.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,411
Attached single-family7
Small multifamily249
Large multifamily51
Mobile homes917
Housing mix
Single-family share73.6%
Attached-home share0.2%
Multifamily share6.5%
Mobile-home share19.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,442
Renter-occupied653
Vacant units540
Home value & age
Median home value$240,100
Owner homes $300k+38.3%
Owner homes $500k+11.2%
Owner homes $750k+2.7%
Median year built1994
Older-home share24.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,023
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35128 have on record?

Our records show 23 hail, 64 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35128, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 35128?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35128 is 2.75″. It was reported near Pell City, AL on April 5, 2017.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35128 — 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 35128 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35128 — 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 35128 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35128 — 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 35128 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35128 — 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 35128, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35128, 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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