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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 46953

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 46953 from April 11, 1965 through September 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
37
Wind Reports
109
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 46953 · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 46953

37 reports
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1.75″ hail
Apr 14, 2026
10:24 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Marion, IN
1.00″ hail
Mar 29, 2026
12:28 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Home Corner, IN
1.00″ hail
Mar 26, 2026
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo on Facebook showing hail estimated to be a quarter in size near the Grant County Municipal Airport. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNE Michaelsville, IN
1.00″ hail
Mar 14, 2024
11:04 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Marion, IN
1.00″ hail
Aug 28, 2016
11:03 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NEAR MERIDIAN RD AND SR 15.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Marion, IN
0.88″ hail
Apr 10, 2013
12:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
1.00″ hail
Aug 4, 2012
6:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2011
2:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
0.88″ hail
May 25, 2011
2:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
1.75″ hail
May 24, 2011
6:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Roseburg, IN
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2011
6:04 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Roseburg, IN
0.75″ hail
Apr 23, 2011
12:03 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
1.50″ hail
Oct 13, 2010
3:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Shady Hills, IN
1.00″ hail
Oct 13, 2010
3:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported hail to one inch in diameter.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Sweetsers, IN
0.88″ hail
Sep 27, 2006
4:10 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Marion, IN
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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 46953

109 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 17, 2026
5:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines snapped at the intersection of Spencer Avenue and North Washington Street in Marion. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nne Marion, IN
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2026
4:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at West 26th Street and South Nebraska Street. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sse Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Metal roof taken off of a barn at 100S and 500E inGrant County. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Lake Wood, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects time of previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 S Marion. Trees downed on south side of Marion_ IN. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down blocking SR 15 between Marion and Gas City. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Home Corner, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects the report type from Home Corner. Several reports of trees down in and around Home Corner between East 32nd Street and East 38th Street. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Home Corner, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines down near the Marian Municipal Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Jonesboro, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at West 12th Street and South Michigan Avenue. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo on Facebook showing several large trees have tops sheared off at 10th Street and South Virginia Avenue. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down on West 54th Street. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sw Home Corner, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Broadcast media shared several trees down around the Indiana Wesleyan campus on the south side of Marion. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw Home Corner, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photos on Facebook posted by the homeowner showing several large trees and tree limbs down onto a home on South Fairfield Drive. No injuries. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down at the intersection of East 48th Street and Meridian. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Home Corner, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on South Western Avenue behind Culvers. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Marion, IN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at West 28th Street and South Nebraska Street. Small tree limbs also in the road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Marion, IN
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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 46953

3 reports
UNK category
Aug 24, 2016
8:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT CONFIRMED TORNADO WAS ON GROUND AT INTERSECTION OF SR 18 AND SR 5.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Arcana, IN
EF0 category
Nov 17, 2013
3:55 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey of damage in west central Grant county revealed damage consistent with a brief EF0 touchdown. The tornado touched down a quarter mile east of the intersection of County Roads 300 South and 300 West. A storage shed on the property sustained some roof damage (DI: SBO DOD: 2) with extensive tree damage also noted. The tornado quickly lifted after crossing County Road 300 South. The maximum wind speed is estimated at 80 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .81 SSE Roseburg, IN
EF1 category
Oct 26, 2010
9:20 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 46953
Grant County · 23,864 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey of damage found evidence of a circulation touching down roughly one quarter mile north of the intersection of County Road 600 South and 700 East. The tornado then quickly moved northeast. Initial damage occurred to a house, which had some windows broken, garage door and roof damage. As the tornado continued it moved across the Jefferson Cemetery, lifting turning and blowing over several gravestones. A small building at the cemetery was lifted and moved 15 feet. The tornado then struck a hardware store, blowing in the south side wall and blowing in the north side door. The circulation lifted near the intersection of County Roads 500 South and 800 East. The maximum width was around 100 yards with maximum wind speeds estimated at around 100 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.16 W Upland, IN
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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 46953 area census snapshot

People & households
Population23,570
Households8,829
Housing units10,095
Income
Median household income$46,224
$100k+ households24.6%
$150k+ households8.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached7,346
Attached single-family142
Small multifamily1,216
Large multifamily258
Mobile homes1,133
Housing mix
Single-family share72.8%
Attached-home share1.4%
Multifamily share14.6%
Mobile-home share11.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,793
Renter-occupied3,036
Vacant units1,266
Home value & age
Median home value$88,400
Owner homes $300k+8.9%
Owner homes $500k+4.1%
Owner homes $750k+2.5%
Median year built1963
Older-home share71.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars8,048
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 46953 have on record?

Our records show 37 hail, 109 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 46953, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 46953?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 46953 is 2.00″. It was reported near Gas City, IN on April 11, 1965.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 46953 — 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 46953 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 46953 — 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 46953 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 46953 — 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 46953 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 46953 — 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 46953, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 46953, 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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