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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 42501

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 42501 from May 22, 1957 through July 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
29
Wind Reports
127
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 42501 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 42501

29 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 8, 2025
9:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported estimated golf ball size hail. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSW Grade, KY
1.25″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:49 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
12:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: IMAGE SHARED OF QUARTER SIZED HAIL IN SOMERSET. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR BASED ON WHEN THE REPORT WAS PASSED ALONG.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED SOUTH OF SOMERSET. ALSO A FUNNEL CLOUD WAS SIGHTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Somerset, KY
1.25″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mount Victory, KY
1.00″ hail
May 27, 2017
9:56 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bent, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
1:18 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The hail was the size of quarters.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.65 W Cedar Grove, KY
1.75″ hail
Mar 23, 2011
5:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The event occurred between 602 PM and 620 PM.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E West Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
Mar 23, 2011
5:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The hail was the size of quarters.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sugar Hill, KY
1.00″ hail
Mar 23, 2011
2:06 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported along Grundy Rd 2 miles northeast of Somerset.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.97 S Sugar Hill, KY
0.75″ hail
Jul 22, 2008
2:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Mt Victory, KY
1.00″ hail
Jul 22, 2008
2:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SE Somerset, KY
0.88″ hail
Apr 22, 2005
7:54 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Oak Hill, KY
0.88″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
2:38 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Shopville, KY
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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 42501

127 reports
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47 mph
Jul 21, 2026
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station KSME Somerset Apt.
NWS Wind Report Location: Somerset Pulaski County, KY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Picture on social media shows multiple large tree branches down and blocking the 1200-1300 Block of Boat Dock Road in Somerset. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sw Elihu, KY
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
6:16 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down along KY 192 near Ruth... KY. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Ruth, KY
62 mph
Mar 16, 2026
6:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake Cumberland Regiona, KY
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2025
7:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 reports trees down along White Lily Church Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grade, KY
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2025
7:14 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 reports downed trees in the 1800 block of KY 192. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Ruth, KY
UNK mph
May 16, 2025
4:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Couple of trees down blocking the road near the intersection of Clay Hill Road and Kettlehead Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Grade, KY
UNK mph
May 16, 2025
4:49 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down blocking Close Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Grade, KY
UNK mph
May 16, 2025
4:49 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Grade, KY
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
9:29 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree partially blocking highway near the intersection of Mark Welborn Road and Barnesburg Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Shopville, KY
UNK mph
Apr 4, 2025
9:57 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 E Bent. Pulaski County 911 Center reported a tree blocking both lanes near the 1000 block of Pea Ridge Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Bent, KY
UNK mph
Apr 4, 2025
9:07 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 Center reported a tree blocking both lanes near the 1000 block of Pea Ridge Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Bent, KY
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:58 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 Center reported a tree down near the intersection KY 192 and Providence Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Dykes, KY
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 Center reported several trees down at the intersection of Malvin Hill Church Road and Jessie Sears Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Dykes, KY
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 Center reported a tree down near the 10000 Block of KY 192. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Dykes, KY
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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 42501

4 reports
UNK category
May 17, 2025
2:57 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trained Spotter reported tornado in Somerset.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Somerset, KY
EF0 category
Jan 30, 2013
6:30 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A storm damage survey team from the National Weather Service office in Jackson, KY confirmed an EF-0 tornado in Pulaski County around 630 am EST this morning, January 30th. Touchdown occurred in the Ferguson Community near the end of the runway of the Lake Cumberland Regional Airport. The tornado traveled a half mile through a residential area crossing Murphy Avenue near the Gover Lane intersection. Some roof and siding damage was noted to structures along the path. Several trees were also downed along the path and one tree fell across and destroyed a shed. This is the first documented tornado to occur during the month of January in the National Weather Service Jackson, KY forecast area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .76 SSW Ferguson, KY
F1 category
Jun 26, 1994
6:15 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado in Mount Victory caused minor damage to three mobile homes and two houses and extensive damage to a grocery store, part of its roof was ripped off. County Sheriff reported seven vehicles and several trees and power lines were damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F3 category
Apr 3, 1974
6:55 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 42501
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
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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 42501 area census snapshot

People & households
Population17,441
Households6,647
Housing units8,039
Income
Median household income$49,449
$100k+ households29.1%
$150k+ households4.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached5,567
Attached single-family159
Small multifamily764
Large multifamily178
Mobile homes1,371
Housing mix
Single-family share69.3%
Attached-home share2.0%
Multifamily share11.7%
Mobile-home share17.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,185
Renter-occupied2,462
Vacant units1,392
Home value & age
Median home value$131,400
Owner homes $300k+10.5%
Owner homes $500k+5.8%
Owner homes $750k+3.3%
Median year built1977
Older-home share57.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,286
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 42501 have on record?

Our records show 29 hail, 127 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 42501, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 42501?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 42501 is 2.00″. It was reported near Somerset, KY on May 23, 1962.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 42501 — 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 42501 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 42501 — 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 42501 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 42501 — 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 42501 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 42501 — 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 42501, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 42501, 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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