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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 44830

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 44830 from July 1, 1959 through September 3, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
21
Wind Reports
52
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 44830 · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 3, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 44830

21 reports
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1.50″ hail
Apr 22, 2026
10:09 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: delayed report - ping pong size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Fostoria, OH
1.00″ hail
Apr 22, 2026
10:09 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Fostoria, OH
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2026
12:11 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail at intersection of St Rt 18 and Twn Rd 47.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Fostoria, OH
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2022
7:41 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ALSO ESTIMATED 60 MPH WIND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Bettsville, OH
1.00″ hail
Aug 1, 2011
1:52 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Fostoria, OH
0.88″ hail
May 25, 2011
4:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Fostoria, OH
1.75″ hail
May 25, 2011
4:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail from penny to golf ball sized was reported. Many vehicles and a few homes were damage by the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Fostoria, OH
1.75″ hail
May 1, 2007
5:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Fostoria, OH
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2006
2:57 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Wood County · 36,302 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowling Green, OH
1.75″ hail
Aug 4, 2003
2:33 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Trumbull County · 72,618 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hubbard, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 20, 2003
5:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was observed near West Independence.
NWS Hail Report Location: West Independence, OH
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2003
8:14 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Knox County · 21,624 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was observed near Martinsburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: Martinsburg, OH
1.50″ hail
Apr 4, 2003
9:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Walnut size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Kansas, OH
0.75″ hail
Mar 20, 2003
6:01 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Lucas County · 137,381 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Maumee, OH
0.75″ hail
Jul 19, 2002
11:40 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported three miles northeast of Fostoria.
NWS Hail Report Location: Fostoria, OH
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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 44830

52 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 3, 2026
10:06 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several tress and poles down in the western portion of Seneca County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2025
3:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Seventeen rail cars and associated shipping containers were blown over. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2024
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and large limbs downed in Fostoria.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2024
5:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Amateur radio reports several trees down in Fostoria.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
2:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MANY TREE LIMBS AND TREES DOWNED IN AND NEAR JACKSON TWP... WITH SIGNIFICANT TREE DEBRIS ON SOME ROADWAYS. A FEW POWER POLES WERE ALSO DOWNED ALONG COUNTY ROAD 23. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Risingsun, OH
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2022
7:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SENECA COUNTY DISPATCH REPORTS TREES DOWN ON A BUILDING NEAR TR 172 AND CR 25 NORTH OF FOSTORIA. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Risingsun, OH
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2022
7:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWNED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOSTORIA. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Jun 13, 2020
3:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2019
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Wood County · 36,302 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF BAIRD AND PELTON ROADS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2019
8:16 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE BRANCH DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2019
4:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
UNK mph
May 30, 2018
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ROTTED TREE FELL ONTO VAN... REPORTED VIA TWITTER.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fostoria, OH
58 mph
May 26, 2015
4:50 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts were estimated to be at least 60 mph. At least one large tree limb was downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Fostoria, OH
58 mph
Apr 9, 2015
4:12 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Police reported thunderstorm winds brought down several limbs and power lines north of Fostoria.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.41 NW Fostoria Metro Arpt, OH
58 mph
Jun 18, 2014
4:35 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 44830
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds downed several trees and at least two utility poles west of Fostoria in extreme northeast Hancock County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Arcadia, OH
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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 44830

4 reports
EF1 category
May 31, 2008
12:41 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado continued into western Seneca County from Hancock County. The tornado entered the county on the south side of Fostoria and continued northeast for around two and half miles before dissipating near County Road 60. One home on the south side of Fostoria was damaged enough to be classified as destroyed. Many other homes in the city sustained roof or siding damage. At least 30 homes were reported to have limbs or trees on them in Fostoria alone. Several sheds and other outbuildings were also leveled. Hundreds of trees were toppled as well. This tornado had a damage path more than eight miles in length and up to a 100 yards in width.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .76 SSW Fostoria Snyder Arpt, OH
F1 category
Nov 10, 2002
5:02 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: After lifting in downtown Fostoria (near the Hancock County border) the tornado touched down again on the northeastern edge of Fostoria. The tornado moved northeast from this location and damaged several homes before reaching the Fostoria Airport where a hanger and office building were damaged. From the airport, the tornado continued northeast across open farmland for a few miles and finally dissipated northwest of Amsden near the intersection of County Road 3 and Township Road 172. Several more homes and barns were damaged along the last half of the tornado track. Many cars were also damaged and hundreds of trees and power poles toppled. The damage path from this tornado in Seneca County was roughly five and a half miles in length and around 25 yards in width.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Fostoria, OH
F3 category
May 10, 1973
3:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
May 19, 1964
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 44830
Seneca County · 18,965 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
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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 44830 area census snapshot

People & households
Population18,409
Households7,309
Housing units8,231
Income
Median household income$61,589
$100k+ households36.5%
$150k+ households9.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,268
Attached single-family181
Small multifamily677
Large multifamily489
Mobile homes616
Housing mix
Single-family share76.2%
Attached-home share2.2%
Multifamily share14.2%
Mobile-home share7.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,328
Renter-occupied1,981
Vacant units922
Home value & age
Median home value$109,900
Owner homes $300k+7.5%
Owner homes $500k+0.9%
Owner homes $750k+0.4%
Median year built1958
Older-home share82.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,761
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 44830 have on record?

Our records show 21 hail, 52 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 44830, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 3, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 44830?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 44830 is 1.75″. It was reported near N Fostoria, OH on May 25, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 44830 — 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 44830 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 44830 — 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 44830 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 44830 — 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 44830 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 44830 — 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 44830, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 44830, 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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