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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 38863

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 38863 from November 18, 1957 through August 20, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
51
Wind Reports
117
Tornado Reports
11
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 38863 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 20, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 38863

51 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2025
1:23 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail at the Corner of HWY 6 and Hwy 9.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Pontotoc, MS
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2025
12:59 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Randolph, MS
2.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
7:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo of 2 inch hail in the Furrs community.
NWS Hail Report Location: Furrs, MS
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
6:51 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter-sized hail in the Black Zion community.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Troy, MS
1.50″ hail
Mar 24, 2025
1:08 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING of ping pong ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Troy, MS
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2024
10:51 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: mPing report.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Pontotoc, MS
1.50″ hail
Jun 9, 2024
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Pontotoc, MS
2.50″ hail
Jun 9, 2024
10:38 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Broadcast media reports tennis ball sized hail on Black Zion Road in Pontotoc County.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Troy, MS
1.25″ hail
Jun 9, 2024
10:37 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social Media post shows half dollar size hail falling in Pontotoc... MS.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pontotoc, MS
1.25″ hail
May 24, 2024
8:34 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Troy, MS
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2024
8:28 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 SW Troy. Hail was at least quarter-sized on Pontocola Road at Highway 41.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Troy, MS
1.50″ hail
May 24, 2024
8:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: image sent in with estimated ping pong ball sized hail on hwy 41 5 miles northwest of Troy.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NW Troy, MS
1.25″ hail
Dec 9, 2023
11:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Near Highway 341 and Cossey Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WSW Algoma, MS
1.00″ hail
Mar 17, 2021
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN BLACK ZION
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Troy, MS
1.75″ hail
Feb 7, 2017
11:57 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL OCCURRED IN THE BLACK ZION COMMUNITY. REPORT RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Trace State Park, MS
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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 38863

117 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
8:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down and damage to homes from straight-line winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Sw Ecru, MS
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
2:56 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across Pontotoc. Damage to homes and powerlines.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pontotoc, MS
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2025
4:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on South Pontotoc Road... next to the school.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Algoma, MS
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
4:59 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down blocking road at Twin Lakes Road and Highway 41.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Troy, MS
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
4:57 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at Campground Rd and Brown Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Algoma, MS
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
4:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Lafayette County · 17,038 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large branches down on County Road 459.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Toccopola, MS
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
6:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree uprooted.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Thaxton, MS
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
6:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on porch.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Pontotoc, MS
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
6:36 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Antioch Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Randolph, MS
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
2:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down and blocking Wilson Chapel Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Pontotoc, MS
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
8:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Hail was at least quarter-sized on Pontocola Road at Highway 41.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Troy, MS
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Algoma. Utility pole snapped near Highway 15 and Jackson Rd. Trees down across town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Algoma, MS
UNK mph
Mar 15, 2024
8:42 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree uprooted and fell on home.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Troy, MS
UNK mph
Mar 15, 2024
8:41 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees down along Garrett Creek Loop.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Troy, MS
UNK mph
Mar 15, 2024
8:41 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across the road on Horseshoe Bend in Pontotoc. Time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Pontotoc, MS
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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 38863

11 reports
UNK category
Apr 1, 2023
6:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SEVERAL HOMES WERE DAMAGED IN THE 10TH STREET AREA OF PONTOTOC. TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN AND POWER POLES WERE DAMAGED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Pontotoc, MS
EF0 category
Nov 18, 2015
1:06 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The first damage from this tornado was to trees and a storage building along Campground Road east of Algoma. Trees and outbuildings were damaged along Mississippi Route 342. The most substantial damage was observed along Highway 278. Several large trees were uprooted, one of which fell on a house. Roof debris from this house landed 150 yards to the northwest of the house. The last damage observed was along Dozier Hill Road north of Trace State Park. Observations suggest that the tornado touched down intermittently along this path. The average path width was around 125 yards. Estimated peak wind was 75 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.86 E Algoma, MS
EF1 category
Oct 7, 2008
6:55 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly southwest of Pontotoc, near the end of Poole Lane. One house had some shingles blown off. Numerous trees were knocked down or snapped in the area. The tornado lifted just north of Pontotoc Lake after it knocked down a few more trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.8 SW Pontotoc, MS
F0 category
Apr 7, 2006
3:56 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down just east of Thaxton near the intersection of Highway 76 and Highway 336 and moved northeast. One mobile home suffered damage near this intersection. Several trees were blown down along the path before the tornado lifted just southwest of Ecru.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 E Thaxton, MS
F0 category
Jan 18, 1996
10:40 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SE Pontotoc, MS
F1 category
Dec 21, 1990
6:05 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F1 category
May 20, 1990
7:56 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F2 category
May 18, 1983
4:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F1 category
May 12, 1978
8:35 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F2 category
Feb 21, 1971
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F2 category
Nov 10, 1966
5:15 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 38863
Pontotoc County · 9,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
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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 38863 area census snapshot

People & households
Population18,849
Households7,050
Housing units8,394
Income
Median household income$51,113
$100k+ households33.5%
$150k+ households11.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached5,823
Attached single-family60
Small multifamily502
Large multifamily70
Mobile homes1,920
Housing mix
Single-family share69.4%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share6.8%
Mobile-home share22.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,763
Renter-occupied2,287
Vacant units1,344
Home value & age
Median home value$138,900
Owner homes $300k+11.2%
Owner homes $500k+2.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.3%
Median year built1983
Older-home share46.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,868
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 38863 have on record?

Our records show 51 hail, 117 wind, and 11 tornado reports in and near ZIP 38863, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 20, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 38863?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 38863 is 2.50″. It was reported near Troy, MS on June 9, 2024.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 38863 — 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 38863 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 38863 — 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 38863 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 38863 — 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 38863 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 38863 — 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 38863, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 38863, 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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