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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35980

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35980 from November 16, 1957 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
48
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35980 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35980

11 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 23, 2020
1:31 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL WAS REPORTED ON OAK GROVE ROAD NORTH OF DOUGLAS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE Douglas, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
4:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported on Highway 75 near the Blount County line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.85 WSW Douglas, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
6:58 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to quarter sized was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .58 ENE Douglas, AL
0.88″ hail
Jun 22, 2006
5:26 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported in Nixon Chapel.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 W Douglas, AL
1.00″ hail
Feb 21, 2005
2:33 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Athens, AL
2.75″ hail
May 2, 2003
1:35 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: tennis ball size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cloverdale, AL
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2002
11:40 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was observed in the extreme southern part of the county near Horton.
NWS Hail Report Location: Horton, AL
0.75″ hail
Apr 16, 1998
9:40 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported in the Horton community.
NWS Hail Report Location: Horton, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 28, 1997
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail the size of quarters was reported by a ham spotter in Douglas, in the south part of the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: Douglas, AL
2.00″ hail
Mar 5, 1989
2:23 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AL
2.75″ hail
Feb 22, 1983
3:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 35980

48 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
5:04 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Road blocked at 122 Hambrick Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
4:47 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at Mt Sinai Road and Ben Rd and McCoy Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 N Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
4:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree blocking Douglas-Hyatt Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
4:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Welcome Church Home Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
2:59 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Blount County · 17,350 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at Teal Road and Hwy 75.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Snead, AL
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
2:57 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down near the intersection of Hwy 75 with Old Oneonta Rd and Bethany Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Blount County · 17,350 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on mobile home on Highway 75.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Mclarty, AL
UNK mph
Nov 25, 2025
11:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMA report received of a tree down at the intersection of Nixon Chapel Road and Smith Drive. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Mar 7, 2025
4:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Barn heavily damaged off near Douglas.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Mar 7, 2025
3:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A sheep barn was destroyed on Horton-Nixon Chapel Road in the Nixon Chapel community. Minor damage to a chicken house also occurred.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Mar 7, 2025
3:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 WNW Douglas. Barn heavily damaged off near Douglas.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2024
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Blount County · 17,350 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were blown down. Most likely from the thunderstorm outflow ahead of the actual storms.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Brooksville, AL
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2024
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down in Nixon Chapel area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Douglas, AL
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
8:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Blount County · 17,350 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on a house off County Rd 30 and Paul King Road with occupant inside. No injuries reported. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Susan Moore, AL
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2023
7:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees down on Bethleham Rd in Marshall County AL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Douglas, 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 35980

6 reports
EF1 category
Apr 27, 2011
5:22 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado of EF-1 intensity with peak wind speeds of 95 mph tracked northeast from Blount County near County Road (CR) 21 (Big Spring Brow Road). The tornado uprooted and snapped numerous large hardwood trees from the Blount/Marshall county line to near the intersection of Cox Gap Road and Highway 64. Just farther northeast, additional trees were uprooted along Fairview Drive and between Nixon Chapel Road and Panky Road where the tornado appeared to broaden/widen its circulation before lifting before Pleasant Grove Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.51 W Nixon Chapel, AL
EF3 category
Apr 24, 2010
9:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A long track EF-3 tornado produced severe damage in the towns of Albertville and Geraldine. The city of Albertville was especially hard hit with severe damage to numerous residences, Albertville High School and several large retail buildings. Extensive tree damage was also observed throughout the damage path. The tornado crossed into DeKalb County just east of County Road 372.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .41 NW Nixon Chapel, AL
EF1 category
Apr 24, 2010
8:59 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Blount County · 17,350 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado first touched down about 4 miles northeast of Brooksville, and then tracked northeastward. It was on the ground for less than a mile before moving across the county line into Marshall County, just west of the intersection of Panky Lane and Nixon Chapel Road. Within Blount County, two structures were damaged and hundreds of trees were snapped and uprooted. One mobile home was moved off its foundation and also damaged by fallen trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.16 NW Mc Larty, AL
F3 category
Apr 5, 1985
4:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Mar 25, 1962
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F4 category
Nov 18, 1957
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35980
Marshall County · 31,801 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 35980 area census snapshot

People & households
Population6,663
Households2,145
Housing units2,405
Income
Median household income$57,655
$100k+ households30.6%
$150k+ households7.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,544
Attached single-family35
Small multifamily43
Large multifamily3
Mobile homes778
Housing mix
Single-family share64.2%
Attached-home share1.5%
Multifamily share1.9%
Mobile-home share32.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,753
Renter-occupied392
Vacant units260
Home value & age
Median home value$168,600
Owner homes $300k+18.3%
Owner homes $500k+0.4%
Owner homes $750k+0.1%
Median year built1992
Older-home share26.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,015
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35980 have on record?

Our records show 11 hail, 48 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35980, 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 35980?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35980 is 2.75″. It was reported near Cloverdale, AL on May 2, 2003.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35980 — 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 35980 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35980 — 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 35980 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35980 — 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 35980 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35980 — 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 35980, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35980, 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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