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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 56477

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 56477 from September 9, 1964 through September 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
59
Wind Reports
22
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 56477 · 1964–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 56477

59 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2026
12:38 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Grass, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 8, 2026
1:45 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Menahga, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2026
4:37 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Nimrod, MN
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2026
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong to golf ball sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Sebeka, MN
1.25″ hail
Jul 10, 2022
7:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Nimrod, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2022
7:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Otter Tail County · 29,682 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DIME TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Hillview, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 20, 2020
6:30 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VERY HEAVY RAIN... STRONG WINDS... AND LARGE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Sebeka, MN
1.75″ hail
Jul 19, 2019
7:52 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Sebeka, MN
1.75″ hail
Jul 19, 2019
7:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Sebeka, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2019
1:09 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTOGRAPH AND CONFIRMATION OF HAIL SIZE VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 ESE Sebeka, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2019
1:09 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTOGRAPH AND CONFIRMATION OF HAIL SIZE VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 E Sebeka, MN
1.50″ hail
Aug 31, 2018
11:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Nimrod, MN
1.75″ hail
Aug 31, 2018
10:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT AND PHOTO POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Sebeka, MN
1.75″ hail
Aug 31, 2018
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT AND PHOTO POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Sebeka, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 13, 2018
6:40 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LOTS OF WIND AND VERY HEAVY RAINS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Nimrod, MN
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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 56477

22 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 12, 2026
12:52 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees down_ blocking Co Rd 23. Possible tornado damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Blue Grass, MN
UNK mph
May 27, 2022
1:11 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIDESPREAD DOWNBURST WIND DAMAGE WITH LARGE TREE BRANCHES AND LIMBS BROKEN DOWN ACROSS EASTERN ROCKWOOD AND WESTERN NORTH GERMANY TOWNSHIPS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Blue Grass, MN
60 mph
Jul 18, 2020
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SECOND BLAST OF WIND GUSTING TO 60 MPH. SEVERAL LARGE BRANCHES BROKEN DOWN IN A YARD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sebeka, MN
60 mph
Jul 18, 2020
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sebeka, MN
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2020
11:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW LARGE BRANCHES BROKEN DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Nimrod, MN
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2018
11:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AT LEAST ONE LARGE TREE SNAPPED AND LARGE BRANCHES FROM ADDITIONAL TREES SNAPPED
NWS Wind Report Location: Blue Grass, MN
58 mph
Jul 5, 2015
8:02 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An eight inch diameter tree branch fell across a driveway.
NWS Wind Report Location: .84 NW Nimrod, MN
63 mph
Jul 6, 2014
1:40 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two eight inch diameter trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .47 E Sebeka, MN
75 mph
Jul 4, 2012
7:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines, one tree, and multiple tree branches were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .47 E Sebeka, MN
60 mph
Jul 14, 2010
5:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs were broken down and small wind driven hail raked flower beds. hail sized estimated at dime to nickel sized.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Nimrod, MN
60 mph
Jul 14, 2010
5:20 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Downburst winds of from 50 to 60 mph occurred ahead of and concurrent with a squall line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Sebeka, MN
60 mph
Jun 18, 2009
7:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several four to six inch diameter tree branches were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .84 NW Nimrod, MN
60 mph
Aug 13, 2007
5:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .48 E Sebeka, MN
70 mph
Jun 27, 2005
12:44 AM CST
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Kittson County · 1,812 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The strong winds tore the trim off a building and knocked over several large trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 N Lancaster, MN
70 mph
Jun 20, 2005
10:20 AM CST
Wind report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees were blown down across U.S. Highway 71.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Sebeka, MN
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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 56477

10 reports
UNK category
Jun 16, 2025
8:38 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A photo looking north of a wall cloud/lowering was reported on social media. Location estimated via radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Blue Grass, MN
EF1 category
Jul 4, 2012
8:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado snapped several oak, pine, and poplar trees along its intermittent path. It also cracked or snapped at least two power poles, shifted a barn off its foundation, and peeled siding and roofing off a couple of homes and farm buildings along its path. Peak winds were estimated at 95 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.46 NNW Blue Grass, MN
EF0 category
Jun 17, 2010
4:37 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Cass County · 20,705 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado continued from Wadena County. Trees were snapped along its path, including County Road 2 and 64 up to the west side of Deer Lake.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6.01 NW Poplar, MN
EF0 category
Jun 17, 2010
4:30 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado tracked east-northeastward intermittently for about 5 miles, where it reached the Cass County line east of Nimrod. The tornado continued northeast into Cass County for several more miles. Numerous large tree branches were broken down along this path. Peak winds were estimated at 80 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.46 SSW Nimrod, MN
F1 category
Jul 6, 2003
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Otter Tail County · 29,682 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado had a 1 mile intermittent track along which several large trees were blown down. One tree was sheared off nearly to the ground. Tin was also turned up along a shed roof.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 SE Dalton, MN
F2 category
Oct 26, 1996
4:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado followed a path along Highway 71 and passed through the west side of Sebeka. One car dealership reported approximately 40 vehicles damaged, at a loss of $250,000. Numerous farm buildings and businesses were also damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Sebeka, MN
F0 category
Jul 12, 1978
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F3 category
Aug 6, 1969
3:20 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Cass County · 20,705 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F0 category
Jul 14, 1968
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F1 category
Sep 9, 1964
7:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56477
Wadena County · 5,209 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
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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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ZIP 56477 area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,498
Households1,111
Housing units1,394
Income
Median household income$54,028
$100k+ households30.9%
$150k+ households13.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,144
Attached single-family9
Small multifamily18
Large multifamily64
Mobile homes159
Housing mix
Single-family share82.1%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share5.9%
Mobile-home share11.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied895
Renter-occupied216
Vacant units283
Home value & age
Median home value$171,500
Owner homes $300k+18.7%
Owner homes $500k+3.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.2%
Median year built1973
Older-home share60.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,054
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 56477 have on record?

Our records show 59 hail, 22 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near ZIP 56477, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 56477?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 56477 is 4.00″. It was reported near Sebeka, MN on July 17, 2010.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 56477 — 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 56477 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 56477 — 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 56477 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 56477 — 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 56477 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 56477 — 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 56477, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 56477, 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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