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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 49224

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 49224 from August 15, 1956 through April 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
9
Wind Reports
33
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 49224 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 49224

9 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2019
4:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Albion, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 6, 2004
6:58 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch hail was reported one mile north of Albion, and several trees were blown down just east of Marshall and two miles north of Albion.
NWS Hail Report Location: Albion, MI
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 1992
6:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
2.75″ hail
Apr 9, 1991
2:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
0.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1991
7:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
1.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1991
4:35 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
1.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1991
3:35 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
1.00″ hail
May 31, 1989
4:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
1.75″ hail
Jun 28, 1963
2:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
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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 49224

33 reports
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UNK mph
Apr 21, 2026
4:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Boat dock with sheet metal covering lifted. Trees down in the area... mostly near R Drive N.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Springport, MI
UNK mph
Mar 30, 2025
10:03 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees uprooted. At least one utility pole snapped due to falling trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albion, MI
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2021
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Jackson County · 52,685 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL LARGE OAK TREES DOWN ON CONCORD ROAD BETWEEN ERIE ROAD AND KING ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Parma, MI
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2020
3:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Jackson County · 52,685 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN BLOCKING M-99.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Albion, MI
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2020
7:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: OVER ONE FOOT DIAMETER OAK TREE DOWN ON WIRE... OVER THE ROAD ON D DRIVE N NEAR 28 MILE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Albion, MI
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2020
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS TIME OF PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 2 N ALBION. OVER ONE FOOT DIAMETER OAK TREE DOWN ON WIRE... OVER THE ROAD ON D DRIVE N NEAR 28 MILE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Albion, MI
UNK mph
May 12, 2016
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT: DIME SIZE HAIL FELL AND COVERED THE GROUND. A TREE WAS BLOWN OVER ALONG 28 MILE ROAD... WHICH DOWNED SOME POWERLINES. POWER OUTAGES LASTED APPROXIMATELY 8 HOURS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Albion, MI
60 mph
Jun 22, 2015
2:24 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Calhoun county central dispatch reported that several trees were blown down, mainly around Albion.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Albion, MI
81 mph
Sep 11, 2013
3:45 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced wind gusts of up to 70 to 80 mph that brought down numerous trees and power lines in and near Albion, resulting in numerous power outages and a closure of Albion college for several days due to all the wind damage and loss of power.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Albion, MI
60 mph
Aug 24, 2011
8:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Allegan County · 41,238 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement from Calhoun county that a downed tree also brought down several power lines one mile southeast of Albion near B and 29 mile roads.
NWS Wind Report Location: 45.08 ESE Neeley, MI
60 mph
Jun 26, 2008
2:39 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Jackson County · 52,685 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.6 SSE Devereaux, MI
60 mph
Jun 26, 2008
2:39 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Jackson County · 52,685 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.98 NW Concord, MI
60 mph
Jun 26, 2008
2:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An emergency manager reported that a large healthy tree was blown down onto a fiber optic cable line which fell down and resulted in lost communications.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.07 NE Condit, MI
69 mph
Jun 6, 2008
5:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind damage was reported near the intersection of Erie and Hannah streets, where one tree fell onto an Amtrak train resulting in damage to the brakes.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 W Albion, MI
60 mph
Aug 23, 2007
5:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large trees were blown down in Albion. Trees and power lines were also blown down throughout city of Battle Creek.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 W Albion, MI
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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 49224

1 reports
F1 category
May 30, 1980
9:20 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 49224
Calhoun County · 43,893 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MI
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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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 49224 area census snapshot

People & households
Population13,309
Households4,369
Housing units5,277
Income
Median household income$52,552
$100k+ households28.8%
$150k+ households8.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,073
Attached single-family3
Small multifamily569
Large multifamily205
Mobile homes421
Housing mix
Single-family share77.2%
Attached-home share0.1%
Multifamily share14.7%
Mobile-home share8.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,140
Renter-occupied1,229
Vacant units908
Home value & age
Median home value$119,800
Owner homes $300k+8.2%
Owner homes $500k+2.5%
Owner homes $750k+0.9%
Median year built1954
Older-home share83.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,064
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 49224 have on record?

Our records show 9 hail, 33 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near ZIP 49224, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 49224?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 49224 is 2.75″. It was reported near Albion, MI on April 9, 1991.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 49224 — 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 49224 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 49224 — 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 49224 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 49224 — 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 49224 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 49224 — 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 49224, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 49224, 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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