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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 45840

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 45840 from May 22, 1957 through August 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
52
Wind Reports
163
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 45840 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 45840

52 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2019
10:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Findlay, OH
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2017
9:35 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER SIZED HAIL ALONG US 224 ABOUT 7 MILES WEST OF FINDLAY.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 W Findlay, OH
0.75″ hail
Jul 4, 2012
7:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
1.25″ hail
Jul 4, 2012
7:18 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Findlay, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 2012
7:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Van Buren, OH
0.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2012
3:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
2.75″ hail
May 25, 2011
3:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A supercell thunderstorm moved across Hancock County. Hail as large as baseballs fell in association with this thunderstorm. The western half of the city of Findlay was especially hard hit. Golf ball or larger hail affected an area bordered by State Route 12 to the south, Township Road 99 to the north, County Road 140 to the west and roughly Main Street to the east. As many as 4,000 homes and business in this area may have been damaged by the hail. Thousands of automobiles also sustained damage from the hail. One automobile dealership on the north side of Findlay had over 400 vehicles damaged by the hail. Hundreds of homes also sustained damage from broken windows or damaged siding. This event could end up being one of costliest hail storms in Ohio history.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2011
3:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
2.00″ hail
May 10, 2011
7:53 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Thunderstorms produced a large swath of hail ranging in size from penny to hen egg during this event. The largest of the hail, ping pong ball size to hen egg size, occurred in the Vanlue area. Some vehicles were damaged by the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Findlay, OH
0.75″ hail
May 5, 2010
4:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7.5 E Findlay, OH
0.75″ hail
May 5, 2010
4:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Findlay, OH
0.75″ hail
Apr 25, 2010
11:59 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
0.75″ hail
Apr 25, 2010
11:40 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
0.88″ hail
Aug 1, 2008
2:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, OH
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 2008
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Findlay, 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 45840

163 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fallen tree knocked power line onto house leading to a roof fire developing. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Mccomb, OH
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
12:18 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large branch down and snapped power lines near CR26 and TR179.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Arlington, OH
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
12:04 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb and power lines down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Arlington, OH
66 mph
Jun 12, 2026
4:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KFDY Findlay.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:59 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 1 foot diameter healthy tree uprooted. Relayed by HAM radio group.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Utility pole snapped in the police dept. south lot and the city building.
NWS Wind Report Location: Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Commercial awning collapsed. Report relayed by HAM radio group.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:27 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 foot diameter rotted tree down at the 1600 block of Park Street in Findlay. Relayed by HAM radio group.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limb downed onto a car in Findlay.
NWS Wind Report Location: Findlay, OH
68 mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Findlay, OH
61 mph
Apr 19, 2025
11:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KFDY Findlay.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2025
3:56 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down and blocking road at Main/West Main.
NWS Wind Report Location: Findlay, OH
72 mph
Apr 3, 2025
3:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KFDY Findlay.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Findlay, OH
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2025
3:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Poles downed at intersection of OH Route 37 and County Road 180. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Findlay, OH
UNK mph
May 26, 2024
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Medium to large sized limbs and wires downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Findlay, 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 45840

5 reports
F2 category
Jul 9, 1980
9:55 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
Jun 26, 1973
5:13 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
Jul 4, 1969
10:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
UNK category
Aug 22, 1964
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 45840
Hancock County · 24,189 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F0 category
Apr 16, 1960
4:07 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 45840
Defiance County · 13,455 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 45840 area census snapshot

People & households
Population54,342
Households23,738
Housing units25,396
Income
Median household income$64,076
$100k+ households35.2%
$150k+ households13.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached16,931
Attached single-family971
Small multifamily4,136
Large multifamily2,029
Mobile homes1,329
Housing mix
Single-family share66.7%
Attached-home share3.8%
Multifamily share24.3%
Mobile-home share5.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied15,199
Renter-occupied8,539
Vacant units1,658
Home value & age
Median home value$203,800
Owner homes $300k+24.2%
Owner homes $500k+5.5%
Owner homes $750k+1.3%
Median year built1974
Older-home share58.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars22,473
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 45840 have on record?

Our records show 52 hail, 163 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 45840, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 45840?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 45840 is 2.75″. It was reported near N Findlay, OH on May 25, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 45840 — 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 45840 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 45840 — 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 45840 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 45840 — 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 45840 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 45840 — 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 45840, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 45840, 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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