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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 36853

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 36853 from March 12, 1963 through June 1, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
28
Wind Reports
81
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 36853 · 1963–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 1, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 36853

28 reports
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1.00″ hail
Aug 18, 2024
9:21 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Dadeville, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2023
8:54 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Dadeville, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 27, 2023
7:45 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED ALONG CR 34 NEAR LAKE MARTIN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Maxwell Gunter Rec Area, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 27, 2023
7:33 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED IN THE LAKE MARTIN AREA VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Maxwell Gunter Re, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2023
6:26 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL ALONG AL HWY 49.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Dadeville, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
4:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5.37 NNW Barnesville, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
4:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.19 N Barnesville, AL
1.25″ hail
Jun 11, 2011
1:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .81 W Dadeville, AL
1.50″ hail
Jun 5, 2011
5:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.5 SSW Barnesville, AL
3.00″ hail
Mar 26, 2011
1:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Sessions, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 26, 2011
1:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Sessions, AL
2.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
5:58 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to baseball size fell near Martin Dam. The hail was up to 2 feet deep in spots, and was still on the ground the next morning.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5.96 WSW Barnesville, AL
1.75″ hail
Jan 7, 2007
4:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Walnut Hill, AL
0.75″ hail
May 13, 2006
7:32 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Dadeville, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 18, 2006
5:13 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported in Buttson.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 NE Dadeville, 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 36853

81 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on a house in Dadeville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Dadeville, AL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2026
9:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and powerlines down along Stillwater Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Blue Creek Marina, AL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2026
9:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at Germanys Ferry Bridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Horseshoe Bend Nmp, AL
UNK mph
Feb 21, 2026
2:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees reported down along Horseshoe Bend Road in the Tohopeka Community. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Eagle Creek, AL
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2025
10:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down across Horseshoe Bend Road near Wisel Road. ALDOT remains on scene clearing trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Jacksons' Gap, AL
UNK mph
May 3, 2025
11:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Buttston Rd and Germanys Ferry Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Horseshoe Bend Nmp, AL
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
3:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across Tallapoosa county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Eagle Creek, AL
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees were blown down around Dadeville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Dadeville, AL
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2024
11:04 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was down across Highway 49 south of CR 34. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Blue Creek Marina, AL
UNK mph
May 10, 2024
2:54 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree reported fallen onto house on Bama Park Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Still Waters Resor, AL
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2024
5:07 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on power lines at Highway 50 and Church Hill Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Roxana, AL
60 mph
Aug 3, 2023
10:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd gst report from Martin Dam to tstm wind gst. Baron station.
NWS Wind Report Location: Martin Dam, AL
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2023
1:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on East South Street in Dadeville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Dadeville, AL
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2023
1:06 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were blown down on West Lafayette Street and were blocking the roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: Dadeville, AL
UNK mph
May 9, 2023
8:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS AGRICOLA RD NEAR BARRONS BRIDGE RD. LOCATION IS APPROXIMATE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Lake Martin Susanna, 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 36853

9 reports
UNK category
Feb 18, 2025
8:42 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado snapped and uprooted multiple trees along Barnesville Loop just south of Highway 50.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSW Still Waters Reso, AL
UNK category
Apr 5, 2022
4:22 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF-0 TORNADO TRACK WAS CONFIRMED IN SOUTHERN TALLAPOOSA COUNTY... JUST NORTHWEST OF REELTOWN ALONG A PORTION OF BUCK CREEK. DAMAGE MAINLY CONSISTED OF DOWNED TREES WITH SOME STRUCTURAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY FALLEN TREES/LIMBS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 NNW Reeltown, AL
EF4 category
Apr 27, 2011
7:36 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down in central Elmore County, north of Wetumpka, and moved northeast through central Tallapoosa and western Chambers Counties, before it lifted west northwest of Lafayette. The tornado crossed into Tallapoosa County near Stoney Ridge Rd, south of CR 34, and intensified to EF4 strength with winds of 170 mph. Damage was widespread and severe with several well built multi-story homes destroyed with no walls remaining on floors above basement level. The tornado continued at this strength but became narrower to nearly 400 yards wide as it crossed AL Hwy 49 south of Dadeville where it destroyed 2 homes and rolled a pick-up truck 120 yards. The tornado continued northeast and weakened to EF3 strength with winds of 155 mph. It crossed U.S. Hwy 280 just east of Dadeville where it produced significant damage to several homes and businesses, and caused one fatality. The tornado crossed into Chambers County west of Lafayette, south of CR 48.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6.1 NW Barnesville, AL
EF1 category
Apr 10, 2009
6:12 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado started near the intersection of Prospect Road and County Road 45, about 3.5 miles southeast of Martin Dam. It then traveled southeast across AL-49 and several other county and secondary roads, before moving into Lee County. In Tallapoosa County, there were numerous trees snapped off and uprooted along the path. Several outbuildings of various size had their roofs blown off.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.29 WNW Church Hill, AL
EF1 category
Apr 11, 2007
4:18 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down near the intersection of Lafayette Street and Fulton Street, on the northeast side of US Highway 280 in Dadeville. It then tracked east southeast for about 1 mile, and lifted just past the railroad tracks and Woodyard Street. At least three homes were damaged due to numerous uprooted trees. A lumber company had substantial damage to several metal sheds.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .55 NW Dadeville, AL
F1 category
Jan 7, 2007
4:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down south of the Walnut Hill Community, near the intersection of Prospect Road and State Highway 49. The tornado damaged a few homes and destroyed a mobile home on Butterfly Lane. The tornado tracked northeastward and damaged another home on Sandy Drive before lifting. Overall, at least three homes sustained damage, one trailer was totally destroyed and about 40 trees were snapped off. Maximum winds were estimated at 85 to 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.66 S Barnesville, AL
F0 category
Sep 16, 1988
12:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Apr 2, 1975
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Mar 12, 1963
4:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 36853
Tallapoosa County · 16,826 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 36853 area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,110
Households3,554
Housing units6,319
Income
Median household income$66,767
$100k+ households40.5%
$150k+ households18.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,868
Attached single-family53
Small multifamily346
Large multifamily435
Mobile homes617
Housing mix
Single-family share77.0%
Attached-home share0.8%
Multifamily share12.4%
Mobile-home share9.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,800
Renter-occupied754
Vacant units2,765
Home value & age
Median home value$257,000
Owner homes $300k+43.5%
Owner homes $500k+23.7%
Owner homes $750k+12.9%
Median year built1993
Older-home share28.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,365
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 36853 have on record?

Our records show 28 hail, 81 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near ZIP 36853, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 1, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 36853?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 36853 is 3.00″. It was reported near .69 N Sessions, AL on March 26, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 36853 — 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 36853 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 36853 — 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 36853 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 36853 — 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 36853 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 36853 — 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 36853, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 36853, 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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