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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 56711

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 56711 from August 27, 1994 through July 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
28
Wind Reports
13
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 56711 · 1994–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 56711

28 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jul 28, 2021
4:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL BRUSHED THE NORTHWEST ANGLE OF MINNESOTA ACROSS TO OAK ISLAND BETWEEN 1130 AND 1150 AM. MOST HAIL RANGED FROM PEA TO DIME SIZED. SOME UP TO QUARTER SIZED FELL NEAR THE FORT SAINT CHARLES HISTORIC SITE ON MAGNUSONS ISLAND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Penasse, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 28, 2021
4:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL BRUSHED THE NORTHWEST ANGLE OF MINNESOTA ACROSS TO OAK ISLANDBETWEN 1130 AND 1150 AM. MOST HAIL RANGED FROM PEA TO DIME SIZED. SOME UP TO QUARTER SIZED FELL NEAR THE FORT SAINT CHARLES HISTORIC SITE ON MAGNUSONS ISLAND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Penasse, MN
1.00″ hail
Aug 13, 2020
10:35 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A FEW DIME TO QUARTER SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Oak Island, MN
1.50″ hail
Jul 7, 2017
1:03 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LARGE HAIL DAMAGED BOATS NEAR THE FLAG ISLAND RESORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Flag Island, MN
1.75″ hail
Jun 19, 2016
11:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: THE HAIL FELL AT THE ROCKY POINT RESORT ON THE LAKE OF THE WOODS.
NWS Hail Report Location: Arnesen, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2016
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Warroad, MN
2.75″ hail
Jun 19, 2016
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Warroad, MN
0.75″ hail
Aug 22, 2015
9:30 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 26.26 N Arnesen, MN
2.00″ hail
May 28, 2015
5:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.71 SSW Arnesen, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 22, 2012
11:45 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail was observed over open water on the Lake of the Woods, just west of Garden Island.
NWS Hail Report Location: 23.77 N Lude, MN
0.88″ hail
Apr 2, 2010
10:16 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One to two minutes of dime to nickel sizes hail ended at about 1118 AM CDT at Angle Outpost Resort.
NWS Hail Report Location: 26.26 N Lude, MN
0.88″ hail
Jun 19, 2008
4:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell over the open waters of Lake of the Woods. The hail shaft was viewed from a distance by several boaters on the lake. Hail stones were floating on the lake after.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10.71 NNE Lude, MN
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2007
3:00 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Heavy rain and high winds accompanied the storm.
NWS Hail Report Location: 23.8 N Lude, MN
0.75″ hail
Jul 22, 2007
7:15 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 26.29 N Arnesen, MN
1.75″ hail
Jul 4, 2007
5:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail and very strong wind occurred just south of Driftwood Point.
NWS Hail Report Location: 16.01 N Lude, 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 56711

13 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
8:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 6 Inch or larger tree branches down... a couple of trees down. Small hail occurred as well. Tree damage became worse further to the east and south of this point later on as the storm moved eastward.
NWS Wind Report Location: Arnesen, MN
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2022
8:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL LARGE 3 TO 6 INCH DIAMETER TREE BRANCHES BROKEN DOWN. POWER OUTAGES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Long Point, MN
60 mph
Jun 8, 2020
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: VERY HEAVY RAIN AND WINDS REPORTED AT OAK ISLAND RESORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: Oak Island, MN
69 mph
Sep 19, 2014
7:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees six inches in diameter and larger were broken down across northern Lake West and Lake East townships. One power pole was broken out by lightning and power lines were taken down at multiple locations.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.53 ENE (D45)Carlson Fld War, MN
60 mph
Sep 11, 2013
2:13 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong winds were reported around Arneson.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Arnesen, MN
63 mph
Aug 31, 2013
6:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down at a campground along the Canadian border.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.37 ESE Longworth, MN
63 mph
Jul 20, 2011
8:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large tree limbs were broken down around Oak Island.
NWS Wind Report Location: 23.77 N Lude, MN
59 mph
May 29, 2009
8:34 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A MN DNR official reported an apparent dry microburst between Oak Island and Flag Island on the Lake of the Woods. winds gusted to 59 mph at the Flag Island ASOS (FGN).
NWS Wind Report Location: 24.29 N Lude, MN
60 mph
Aug 10, 2007
2:55 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A fish house at a Flag Island resort was blown over by the strong outflow winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 24.28 N Lude, MN
60 mph
Aug 10, 2007
2:40 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A house shook and the roof flexed as the strong outflow winds hit.
NWS Wind Report Location: 26.29 N Arnesen, MN
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2001
7:05 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lude, MN
UNK mph
Jul 15, 1999
3:05 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 36 NW Baudette, MN
60 mph
Jun 6, 1999
4:10 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 45 NW Baudette, 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 56711

5 reports
EF1 category
Jun 24, 2007
9:35 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado tracked for roughly one-half mile, ending about one-half mile southwest of Youngs Bay Resort. Numerous trees were uprooted or snapped off. The damage indicated peak winds of about 85 to 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 25.1 N Arnesen, MN
F0 category
Aug 5, 2006
6:22 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado number three of a series appeared to have had an intermittent track for nearly 8 miles and ended in Lake of the Woods county. Debris fallout from the Warroad area was noted along an east by southeast path along with large broken tree branches and swirled crop swathes. Peak winds were estimated at 70 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Swift, MN
F0 category
Jul 18, 2001
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56711
Kittson County · 1,812 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief touchdown was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 S Orleans, MN
F0 category
Jul 15, 1999
2:58 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56711
Lake of the Woods County · 2,342 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A touchdown was reported over Lake of the Woods, north of Rocky Point.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NW Lude, MN
F0 category
Aug 27, 1994
8:12 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56711
Roseau County · 4,993 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Reports from resort operators of a tornado west of Long Point on the south shore of Lake of the Woods.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Lake Of Woods, 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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 56711 area census snapshot

People & households
Population66
Households41
Housing units348
Income
Median household income--
$100k+ households--
$150k+ households--
Housing stock
Single-family detached304
Attached single-family6
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes38
Housing mix
Single-family share87.4%
Attached-home share1.7%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share10.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied6
Renter-occupied35
Vacant units307
Home value & age
Median home value--
Owner homes $300k+100%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1986
Older-home share38.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars41
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 56711 have on record?

Our records show 28 hail, 13 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 56711, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 56711?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 56711 is 2.75″. It was reported near Warroad, MN on June 19, 2016.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 56711 — 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 56711 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 56711 — 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 56711 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 56711 — 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 56711 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 56711 — 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 56711, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 56711, 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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