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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 66868

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 66868 from July 1, 1956 through June 9, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
45
Wind Reports
35
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 66868 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 9, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 66868

45 reports
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2.00″ hail
Apr 13, 2026
11:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Hen Egg (2.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Reading, KS
1.75″ hail
Apr 13, 2026
10:58 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Reading, KS
1.25″ hail
Apr 13, 2026
10:58 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Reading, KS
1.00″ hail
Jul 31, 2023
1:45 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NW Reading, KS
1.50″ hail
Sep 27, 2020
3:44 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NE Admire, KS
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2020
3:00 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM MPING: QUARTER (1.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NE Admire, KS
2.00″ hail
May 14, 2018
11:27 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT VIA KVOE SOCIAL MEDIA POST.
NWS Hail Report Location: Reading, KS
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2018
11:19 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 W Reading, KS
1.50″ hail
May 10, 2014
4:28 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Miller, KS
1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2012
5:27 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.15 N Miller, KS
0.88″ hail
Apr 27, 2012
5:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.16 E Miller, KS
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 2011
4:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.28 SSW Miller, KS
0.88″ hail
Jun 15, 2009
7:57 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.78 W Reading, KS
1.75″ hail
May 13, 2009
3:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 W Reading, KS
0.88″ hail
Mar 7, 2009
10:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter also estimated 55 mph wind gusts.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Miller, KS
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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 66868

35 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 9, 2026
4:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several power poles downed and scattered tree damage near Road X west of Reading.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Reading, KS
70 mph
Apr 26, 2026
8:03 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Osage County · 6,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: measured with hand held anemometer.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Reading, KS
60 mph
May 9, 2023
8:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ESTIMATED WIND GUSTS 50-60 MPH. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Reading, KS
70 mph
Sep 17, 2022
9:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ESTIMATED WIND SPEED. TREE LIMBS AND POWER LINES ARE DOWN AND BLOCKING ROADS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Reading, KS
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2022
8:57 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE OUTBUILDING GARAGE HAD ROOF PARTIALLY REMOVED. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Reading, KS
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2022
8:57 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Osage County · 6,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE AND SHED DAMAGE . TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Reading, KS
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2022
8:54 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER POLES DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Reading, KS
60 mph
May 31, 2022
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Neosho Rapids, KS
65 mph
Dec 15, 2021
10:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNW Neosho Rapids, KS
60 mph
Jul 21, 2020
3:14 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Reading, KS
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2018
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 10 INCH ELM TREE LIMB BLOWN DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Reading, KS
UNK mph
Jun 19, 2017
1:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES WERE UPROOTED WITHIN THE CITY OF READING.
NWS Wind Report Location: Reading, KS
69 mph
Sep 10, 2015
7:47 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gusts measured.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.27 WNW Miller, KS
60 mph
Jul 2, 2011
4:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A roof was blown off of a machine shed. Winds were estimated at 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.3 SSE Admire, KS
60 mph
Jun 20, 2011
7:48 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown onto the deck of a house near Reading.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.25 E Lang, KS
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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 66868

6 reports
EF1 category
May 21, 2011
8:20 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Osage County · 6,057 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado that hit Reading then moved out of Lyon County and into Osage County. It produced EF1 damage at one farmstead in Osage County before weakening and producing additional minor and sporadic tree damage. This segment is that portion of the tornado that moved out of Lyon County and into Osage County before dissipating south of Osage City. Another separate EF0 tornado was discovered on the northwest periphery of this main tornado track.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5.5 SW Barclay, KS
EF3 category
May 21, 2011
8:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Another tornado developed 3 miles southwest of Reading. This tornado proceeded to hit the town of Reading producing EF3 damage in the city. The tornado continued on a path that took it into Osage County Kansas where it produced additional damage before lifting approximately 4 miles south of Osage City. A single story home in Reading was swept off its foundation. There were several two story homes with significant damage to the second story or completely removed. A well anchored mobile home was lofted and thrown 50 yards into a tree. Vehicles were rolled and large chemical tank was thrown 100 yards. Winds estimated at 140 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.07 WSW Reading, KS
F1 category
May 8, 2003
5:31 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Osage County · 6,057 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down 8 miles southsouthwest of Barclay and moved northeast before dissipating 6 miles south of Osage City. The tornado damaged farm buildings and machinery along its path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 SSW Barclay, KS
F0 category
May 28, 1982
8:14 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Osage County · 6,057 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KS
F0 category
May 28, 1982
8:08 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KS
F0 category
May 24, 1962
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66868
Lyon County · 9,338 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KS
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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 66868 area census snapshot

People & households
Population671
Households267
Housing units267
Income
Median household income$99,583
$100k+ households49.1%
$150k+ households8.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached247
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes19
Housing mix
Single-family share92.5%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share7.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied239
Renter-occupied28
Vacant units0
Home value & age
Median home value--
Owner homes $300k+13.8%
Owner homes $500k+1.7%
Owner homes $750k+1.7%
Median year built1960
Older-home share60.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars258
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 66868 have on record?

Our records show 45 hail, 35 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 66868, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 9, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 66868?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 66868 is 3.00″. It was reported near Reading, KS on May 24, 1962.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 66868 — 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 66868 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 66868 — 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 66868 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 66868 — 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 66868 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 66868 — 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 66868, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 66868, 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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