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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 61701

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 61701 from June 16, 1973 through August 13, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
26
Wind Reports
81
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 61701 · 1973–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 13, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 61701

26 reports
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2.00″ hail
May 16, 2025
12:08 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects location of previous report from 2 E Central Illinois Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Bloomington, IL
1.75″ hail
May 16, 2025
12:08 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Bloomington, IL
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2025
12:05 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bloomington, IL
1.75″ hail
May 16, 2025
12:04 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Golf Ball (1.75 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Bloomington, IL
1.25″ hail
May 16, 2025
12:03 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Bloomington, IL
0.88″ hail
Aug 9, 2012
3:27 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SW Bloomington, IL
1.00″ hail
Aug 9, 2012
3:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.95 SW Bloomington, IL
0.75″ hail
Feb 27, 2011
9:03 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Bloomington, IL
0.75″ hail
Feb 27, 2011
8:52 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Bloomington, IL
1.00″ hail
Sep 2, 2010
5:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.64 ENE Bloomington, IL
0.75″ hail
Sep 2, 2010
5:19 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Bloomington, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 19, 2009
4:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Bloomington, IL
0.75″ hail
May 13, 2008
5:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Bloomington, IL
0.88″ hail
Jul 3, 2006
5:41 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bloomington, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2006
3:48 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 61701
Douglas County · 7,307 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Tuscola, IL
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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 61701

81 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Portions of roof blown off at OSF St. Joseph Hospital.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs down with damage to roof on Gettysburg Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** One person was hospitalized after a tree fell onto their car. Their injuries are not critical. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple reports of trees and tree limbs down along Veterans Pkwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large tree limbs down on E. Stewart St. near Berenz Pl.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:06 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 6-8 inch tree limb down...South I-55 and I-74 junction.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Bloomington, IL
49 mph
Aug 13, 2026
6:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd gst report from 1 S Bloomington. Mesonet station DVI02877 Bloomington.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two large trees uprooted... and a large tree limb blown down onto the road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree fell on an apartment building on Clinton St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple tree limbs blown down... one approximately six inches in diameter.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:37 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree branch down on Six Points Rd. just west of Juniper Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: [Delayed Report] - Southwest facing parapet wall of a building was blown over.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poles were snapped along GE Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Normal, IL
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown over on Livingston Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Bloomington, IL
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees downed on east side of Bloomington Country Club.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Bloomington, IL
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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 61701

3 reports
UNK category
Apr 19, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF1... peak wind speed 110 mph... path length 4.0 miles. This tornado touched down in the Bloomington Country Club Golf Course and did tree damage. As it moved northeast it broke two power poles on Empire St and then traveled across Veterans Parkway into a housing area. It did significant tree damage as it moved northeast and then broke two more power poles on GE Road. It continued northeast... doing more tree damage and then weakened and ended near the intersection of Fort Jesse Road and Towanda Barnes Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ENE Bloomington, IL
F0 category
May 18, 2004
5:26 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down in a field near the intersection of I-74 and US-51. No damage or injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Bloomington, IL
F0 category
May 24, 1980
12:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 61701
McLean County · 45,362 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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 61701 area census snapshot

People & households
Population35,577
Households16,281
Housing units18,038
Income
Median household income$55,882
$100k+ households34.2%
$150k+ households11.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached9,991
Attached single-family645
Small multifamily3,578
Large multifamily3,066
Mobile homes758
Housing mix
Single-family share55.4%
Attached-home share3.6%
Multifamily share36.8%
Mobile-home share4.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,218
Renter-occupied7,063
Vacant units1,757
Home value & age
Median home value$138,600
Owner homes $300k+5.9%
Owner homes $500k+1.6%
Owner homes $750k+0.4%
Median year built1959
Older-home share75.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars14,586
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 61701 have on record?

Our records show 26 hail, 81 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 61701, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 13, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 61701?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 61701 is 2.00″. It was reported near Bloomington, IL on May 16, 2025.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 61701 — 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 61701 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 61701 — 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 61701 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 61701 — 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 61701 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 61701 — 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 61701, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 61701, 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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