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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 65609

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 65609 from June 17, 1964 through March 26, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
4.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 65609 · 1964–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 26, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 65609

11 reports
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1.50″ hail
Mar 3, 2020
12:05 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1.5 INCH HAIL IN BAKERSFIELD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2014
3:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 E Bakersfield, MO
1.00″ hail
Jul 23, 2013
2:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 E Bakersfield, MO
0.88″ hail
Jun 15, 2009
7:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 E Bakersfield, MO
4.25″ hail
Feb 5, 2008
5:01 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 W Bakersfield, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 30, 2006
12:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
0.88″ hail
Jul 13, 2003
3:23 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
0.75″ hail
May 17, 1999
11:35 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
1.75″ hail
Apr 22, 1996
1:30 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
2.75″ hail
Mar 5, 1996
7:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 1991
7:28 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MO
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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 65609

14 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 10, 2023
12:59 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell on car as it was being driven. No injuries to driver. Many other trees down in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2021
2:19 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 TREES DOWN ON HWY O BETWEEN UDALL AND BAKERSFIELD NEAR COUNTY ROAD 551. ONE COMPLETELY BLOCKING. TIME BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Udall, MO
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2018
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL ON HIGHWAY 142. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2016
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Howell County · 13,578 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WIND GUSTS DOWNED TREE LIMBS ON HIGHWAY YY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Bakersfield, MO
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2016
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LIMBS DOWN. PHONE LINE WIRES INTO TWO HOMES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
60 mph
Jun 5, 2014
10:19 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The personnel at the post office estimated wind gusts up to 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: .56 E Bakersfield, MO
60 mph
May 20, 2013
9:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Howell County · 13,578 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several power lines and trees were reported down at the intersection of Highways YY and 142.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.4 WSW Leota, MO
58 mph
Mar 13, 2006
2:58 AM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
81 mph
Nov 27, 2005
6:50 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Howell County · 13,578 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe thunderstorm wind gusts destroyed a front porch and a barn near Highway YY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Caulfield, MO
81 mph
Nov 27, 2005
6:44 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe thunderstorm wind gusts destroyed a barn.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
69 mph
Nov 5, 2005
6:45 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Barry County · 12,439 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Purdy, MO
58 mph
Aug 26, 2005
6:00 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
UNK mph
May 24, 2000
9:10 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
UNK mph
May 11, 1992
9:30 PM PST
Wind report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, MO
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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 65609

7 reports
UNK category
Mar 26, 2025
1:40 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 3 FATAL... 4 INJ *** Corrects previous tornado report from Bakersfield to extend track to just east of West Plains. NWS storm survey and satellite data concluded that the tornado that started near Gamaliel... Arkansas touched down just west of Highway 101 tracking into the town of Gamaliel where it caused damage to the post office and fire station. It then tracked northeast along Highway 101 where it uprooted and snapped numerous trees. Damage continued as the tornado tracked just west of County Road 43 where it moved into Missouri. This part of the tornado has been rated an EF1 with winds of 100 mph... but the overall rating of the tornado is EF3 based on damage that occurred in Missouri along the track of this tornado. The tornado obtained EF3 intensity with peak winds of 145 mph as it moved through Bakersfield resulting in three fatalities and four injuries. The tornado then continued to the northeast and passed just south of South Fork before causing damage along the portion of Hi
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
UNK category
Mar 16, 2025
1:35 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 3 FATAL... 1 INJ *** NWS storm survey concluded that an EF3 tornado with peak winds of 140 mph started just south of Bakersfield and tracked northeast towards South Fork. The final end point has not yet been determined. The peak tornado width was 600 yards. The tornado resulted in three fatalities and one injury in Bakersfield. Several homes were destroyed with numerous homes damaged. Multiple cars were rolled 50 to 100 yards. Numerous trees were also uprooted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bakersfield, MO
F1 category
Nov 27, 2005
6:46 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Howell County · 13,578 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado is a continuation of the tornado in Ozark County Missouri. A National Weather Service survey indicated that an F-1 tornado tracked out of Ozark County into extreme southwest Howell County to 5 miles south southeast of Caulfield or three miles northeast of Bakersfield approximately one half mile west of the intersection of Highways YY and 562. The tornado width was 100 yards with a length of approximately four miles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 SSW Caulfield, MO
F1 category
Nov 27, 2005
6:42 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service survey indicated that an F-1 tornado tracked out of Fulton County Arkansas and across far southeast Ozark County approximately two miles south of Bakersfield. The tornado then tracked into Howell County to three miles northeast of Bakersfield. The width of the tornado was approximately 100 yards with a length of approximately 2 miles across southeast Ozark County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 S Bakersfield, MO
F1 category
Dec 2, 1982
2:50 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MO
UNK category
Apr 11, 1979
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MO
F1 category
Jun 17, 1964
3:50 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 65609
Ozark County · 3,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MO
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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 65609 area census snapshot

People & households
Population814
Households289
Housing units347
Income
Median household income$64,375
$100k+ households31.8%
$150k+ households15.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached261
Attached single-family3
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes81
Housing mix
Single-family share75.2%
Attached-home share0.9%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share23.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied250
Renter-occupied39
Vacant units58
Home value & age
Median home value$102,700
Owner homes $300k+11.6%
Owner homes $500k+2.4%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1984
Older-home share44.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars244
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 65609 have on record?

Our records show 11 hail, 14 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 65609, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 26, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 65609?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 65609 is 4.25″. It was reported near .56 W Bakersfield, MO on February 5, 2008.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 65609 — 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 65609 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 65609 — 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 65609 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 65609 — 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 65609 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 65609 — 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 65609, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 65609, 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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