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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 38870

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 38870 from April 13, 1991 through August 23, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
13
Wind Reports
26
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 38870 · 1991–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 23, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 38870

13 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 2, 2025
7:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Smithville, MS
1.00″ hail
Sep 24, 2024
8:52 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported 1 inch hail just south of Smithville.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, MS
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2024
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, MS
1.00″ hail
Mar 11, 2017
12:35 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ONE INCH HAIL BETWEEN NEW SALEM AND SMITHVILLE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, MS
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2015
4:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported near Smithville.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Smithville, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2012
3:01 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell near the community of Parham.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.65 NE Hatley, MS
1.25″ hail
Mar 12, 2010
1:35 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter to half dollar size hail fell northeast of Amory.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Amory, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 19, 2009
4:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Itawamba County · 7,990 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail covered the ground 6 miles south of Tremont.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 S Tremont, MS
1.75″ hail
May 5, 2003
11:06 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, MS
1.25″ hail
May 2, 2003
1:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Smithville, MS
2.00″ hail
Feb 21, 2001
10:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Smithville, MS
0.75″ hail
Sep 16, 1996
1:40 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, MS
0.75″ hail
Apr 14, 1996
11:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithville, 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 38870

26 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 23, 2026
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down throughout Smithville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
5:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Minor roof damage reported to a home on Williams Young Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
5:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
7:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Appaloosa Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Jan 8, 2025
1:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Minor damaged was sustained to a home and trees along Pecan Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Mar 15, 2024
9:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking Pearce Chapel Rd in Smithville. Time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2023
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pole barn destroyed.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2023
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines down in the road near Smithville Road and Spring Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2023
6:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across Highway 25 between Smithville and Amory.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2023
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Itawamba County · 7,990 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HWY 25S TREE DAMAGE ON ITAWAMBA/MONROE COUNTY LINE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE New Salem, MS
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2022
9:18 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE BRANCH FELL ON A VEHICLE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Smithville, MS
UNK mph
May 6, 2021
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE SNAPPED AT BASE. MORE TREES DOWN IN BIGBEE NEARBY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2018
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN IN SMITHVILLE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2018
8:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN IN SMITHVILLE. ONE VERY LARGE OLD OAK TREE UPROOTED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smithville, MS
UNK mph
Apr 4, 2018
2:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: tree down along highway 25
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Smithville, 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 38870

3 reports
UNK category
Feb 16, 2023
9:52 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED TORNADO WEST OF SMITHVILLE. RADAR DEBRIS SIGNATURE ALSO PRESENT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Smithville, MS
EF5 category
Apr 27, 2011
2:48 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 38870
Itawamba County · 7,990 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A violent tornado moved northeast from Monroe County, Mississippi into Southeast Itawamba County. The tornado weakened as it moved through Itawamba County. Numerous trees and power lines were knocked down. One home sustained roof damage. The tornado continued northeast and crossed over into Marion County, Alabama.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.25 S New Salem, MS
EF5 category
Apr 27, 2011
2:42 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 38870
Monroe County · 11,873 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: After lifting for 4 miles, a violent EF-5 tornado touched back down southwest of Smithville and moved northeast. The town of Smithville was almost completely destroyed by the tornado. Homes and businesses were completely wiped off of their foundations. The town hall, post office, police station, and four churches were destroyed. All appliances and plumbing fixtures in the direct path of the tornado were shredded or missing. Granite tombstones were knocked down in the opposite direction of the tornado passage. A ford explorer that was parked a half mile away from the town's water tower was picked up by the tornado and thrown into the top of the water tower. The vehicle was then thrown an additional few hundred feet. In total, 117 structures were destroyed with an additional 50 structures sustaining major damage. Numerous other structures sustained minor damage. Trees were debarked, twisted, and snapped. Power lines were knocked down and the town's water system was destroyed. A lot of the homes that were destroyed were well built, bolted to their foundations and were less than 10 years old. A total of 16 fatalities occurred from the tornado. Thirty-seven injuries occurred as well. The tornado continued northeast after destroying Smithville and crossed into Itawamba County, Mississippi.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.08 WSW Smithville, 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 38870 area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,471
Households1,075
Housing units1,456
Income
Median household income$61,875
$100k+ households31.9%
$150k+ households6.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,235
Attached single-family8
Small multifamily121
Large multifamily9
Mobile homes83
Housing mix
Single-family share84.8%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share8.9%
Mobile-home share5.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied962
Renter-occupied113
Vacant units381
Home value & age
Median home value$120,800
Owner homes $300k+7.1%
Owner homes $500k+0.7%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1969
Older-home share68.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,048
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 38870 have on record?

Our records show 13 hail, 26 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 38870, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 23, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 38870?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 38870 is 2.00″. It was reported near Smithville, MS on February 21, 2001.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 38870 — 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 38870 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 38870 — 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 38870 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 38870 — 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 38870 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 38870 — 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 38870, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 38870, 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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