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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35984

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35984 from May 7, 1977 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
21
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35984 · 1977–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35984

6 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 2, 2025
10:33 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency management reported quarter size hail north of Mentone on County Road 89.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Mentone, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 7, 2017
12:25 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL WAS REPORTED ON CR-89 AND FELL FOR ABOUT 3 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Valley Head, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 16, 2012
1:34 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to one inch in diameter was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E High Pt, AL
0.88″ hail
Jul 4, 2011
5:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported 5 miles north of Desotot State Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.2 NE River Park, AL
1.50″ hail
Apr 11, 2011
7:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to ping pong ball sized hail was reported near De Soto State Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ESE High Pt, AL
1.75″ hail
May 7, 1977
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 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 35984

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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
5:04 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down blocking both lanes of AL Hwy 117. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2026
8:17 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree blocking road at this location.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2026
7:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 NNE Mentone. Tree blocking road at this location. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
8:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down on CR 642. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
8:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down on CR 177 at Moon Lake Church. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2023
10:37 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree blown down across CR 89 near Mentone.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2019
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
Cherokee County · 10,254 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CHEROKEE COUNTY EMA RELAYED A REPORT FROM THE BROOMTOWN FIRE CHIEF OF A TREE ONTO A CHURCH WITH STRUCTURAL DAMAGE ON CR15 AT CR46. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Blanche, AL
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2019
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
Cherokee County · 10,254 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON HWY 35 GOING DOWN THE MOUNTAIN. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Blanche, AL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
Cherokee County · 10,254 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES UPROOTED ALONG COUNTY ROAD 103.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Chesterfield, AL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2017
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
Cherokee County · 10,254 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES UPROOTED ALONG COUNTY ROAD 103.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Chesterfield, AL
UNK mph
May 28, 2017
3:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON HWY 117 FROM LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Mentone, AL
UNK mph
Jun 16, 2016
12:18 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN IN VALLEY HEAD NEAR THE TUTWILER GAP.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Valley Head, AL
60 mph
Aug 30, 2014
6:19 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were downed by thunderstorm winds along County roads 89 and 106, about a mile west-southwest of Mentone, Alabama.
NWS Wind Report Location: .38 WSW Bankhead, AL
60 mph
Jun 10, 2014
1:15 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A roof of a building was slightly damaged, two older greenhouses were destroyed and several trees were downed by thunderstorm winds just northeast of Mentone, Alabama, along County roads 639, 641 and Alabama Highway 117.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Mentone, AL
58 mph
Feb 25, 2011
12:44 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down, which knocked down some powerlines on highway 117 nearthe Mentone Post Office.
NWS Wind Report Location: .57 E High Pt, 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 35984

2 reports
EF1 category
Apr 27, 2011
6:18 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado producing damage of EF-1 intensity with peak winds of up to 100 mph touched down near Mentone. The tornado first touched down west of County Road 89 north of downtown Mentone. The tornado moved along a ridge line uprooting many softwood and hardwood trees and snapping them sporadically. The tornado eventually straddled the road further north partially removing a roof to a residence and snapping numerous trees in this area. The tornado lifted about a mile shy of the Georgia state line.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.37 S Kaolin, AL
EF3 category
Apr 24, 2010
10:25 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35984
DeKalb County · 21,942 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The same supercell which produced the tornado in from Blount into Marshall and DeKalb Counties produced a second tornado around 11:25 PM CDT. This tornado touched down 4 miles south southwest of Mentone, near Desoto State Park. The tornado reached EF-3 intensity with speeds up to 140 mph destroying several single wide manufactured homes. The tornado also snapped and uprooted numerous large trees. Significant damage was seen along it's path to the Alabama/Georgia state line. The hardest hit areas were between CR 117 and CR 106, just to the south southeast of Mentone. The most significant damage occurred to a trailer park (Morning Glory Court) where several single wide manufactured homes were completely destroyed. Numerous large trees were also snapped or uprooted. The tornado continued moving northeast and crossed into Chattooga county (Northwest Georgia) around 11:34 PM CDT. Additional damage occurred as it traveled another 8 miles into northern Chattooga county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSW Bankhead, 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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 35984 area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,346
Households685
Housing units1,378
Income
Median household income$39,375
$100k+ households28.9%
$150k+ households7.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,155
Attached single-family1
Small multifamily5
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes206
Housing mix
Single-family share83.8%
Attached-home share0.1%
Multifamily share0.4%
Mobile-home share15.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied577
Renter-occupied108
Vacant units693
Home value & age
Median home value$107,800
Owner homes $300k+11.4%
Owner homes $500k+4.3%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1987
Older-home share42.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars665
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35984 have on record?

Our records show 6 hail, 21 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35984, 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 35984?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35984 is 1.75″. It was reported near Mentone, AL on May 7, 1977.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35984 — 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 35984 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35984 — 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 35984 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35984 — 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 35984 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35984 — 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 35984, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35984, 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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