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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 71654

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 71654 from August 11, 1956 through August 19, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
16
Wind Reports
31
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 71654 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 19, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 71654

16 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 11, 2018
3:15 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mcgehee, AR
1.00″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
11:47 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Mc Gehee, AR
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2012
3:22 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Minor crop damage occurred.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Mc Gehee, AR
1.75″ hail
Oct 12, 2010
12:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to golf ball size fell in the McGehee area. The hail nearly covered the ground in some places. Vehicles were dented and had their windshields cracked. Awnings had holes punched in them.
NWS Hail Report Location: .75 W Mc Gehee, AR
0.75″ hail
May 2, 2008
5:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Mc Gehee, AR
0.75″ hail
Oct 31, 2006
6:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .58 W Mc Gehee, AR
0.88″ hail
Apr 24, 2003
2:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Mc Gehee, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2003
2:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
1.75″ hail
Nov 10, 2002
5:33 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Mc Gehee, AR
1.75″ hail
Nov 10, 2002
5:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
1.75″ hail
Nov 26, 2001
10:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
0.88″ hail
May 27, 1997
7:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
0.75″ hail
Apr 21, 1996
4:45 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Mc Gehee, AR
1.00″ hail
Mar 6, 1996
4:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
0.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1984
7:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
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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 71654

31 reports
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62 mph
Aug 19, 2024
12:02 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet/Davis Wx station measured 62 mph near McGehee.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Mcgehee, AR
UNK mph
Apr 9, 2021
9:57 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcgehee, AR
UNK mph
Sep 10, 2019
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN WITH SOME ROADS BLOCKED IN THE AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Mcgehee, AR
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2019
3:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN... WITH SOME ROADS BLOCKED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcgehee, AR
60 mph
Apr 2, 2017
9:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcgehee, AR
UNK mph
Mar 14, 2016
2:27 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A ROOF OF A CHURCH WAS BLOWN OFF.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcgehee, AR
60 mph
Apr 10, 2013
8:56 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Winds were estimated at 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Mc Gehee, AR
60 mph
Feb 24, 2011
7:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Road signs were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Mc Gehee, AR
60 mph
Oct 12, 2010
12:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Masonville, AR
92 mph
Oct 30, 2009
2:33 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Much of the roof was removed from one house, and several other houses were damaged. A farm shop was destroyed, as was a metal building. Trees and power lines were blown down, a carport fell on a pickup truck, and a fence was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.34 W Mc Gehee, AR
69 mph
Oct 9, 2009
10:12 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two plate glass windows were blown out of an automobile showroom. Dozens of trees were blown down. One house had a tree limb through its roof.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Mc Gehee, AR
58 mph
Jul 16, 2009
7:20 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were down in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Mc Gehee, AR
58 mph
Nov 27, 2005
11:25 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NE Mc Gehee, AR
58 mph
Apr 24, 2003
2:05 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Mc Gehee, AR
58 mph
Apr 24, 2003
2:00 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds knocked down some power lines and destroyed a boat shed.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Gehee, AR
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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 71654

4 reports
UNK category
Mar 17, 2021
9:37 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A VERY BRIEF... ROPE-LIKE TORNADO OCCURRED IN A FARM FIELD ABOUT A MILE SOUTHEAST OF MCGEHEE. NO VISIBLE STRUCTURE DAMAGE WAS OBSERVED. TIME IS BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Mcgehee, AR
F3 category
Feb 24, 2001
6:01 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong tornado was spawned in western Desha County about 1 mile south-southwest of Reed. The tornado moved quickly northeast, and destroyed a mobile home. Roofs were damaged at several homes. In addition, the tornado rolled a 500 gallon butane tank, damaged or destroyed metal barns and sheds and knocked hundreds of trees down near the Arkansas River levee southeast of Yancopin. Perhaps the most damage was found just west of Kelso. There, a large metal farm shop was destroyed with parts of the shop found more than 6 miles away. Near the shop, there were grain carts thrown at least a third of a mile. A large combine and several truck tractors were destroyed. One tractor trailer was overturned. Also near the shop, a pickup track was mangled with several large farm implements thrown, overturned or destroyed. The tornado travelled about 42 miles before dissipating 5 miles northeast of Snow Lake.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSW Reed, AR
F0 category
Jun 2, 1989
3:38 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AR
F2 category
Apr 11, 1979
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71654
Desha County · 4,225 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AR
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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 71654 area census snapshot

People & households
Population4,290
Households1,737
Housing units2,058
Income
Median household income$40,839
$100k+ households20.5%
$150k+ households7.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,564
Attached single-family41
Small multifamily185
Large multifamily119
Mobile homes149
Housing mix
Single-family share76%
Attached-home share2.0%
Multifamily share14.8%
Mobile-home share7.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied942
Renter-occupied795
Vacant units321
Home value & age
Median home value$95,500
Owner homes $300k+10.2%
Owner homes $500k+0.3%
Owner homes $750k+0.3%
Median year built1974
Older-home share63.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,506
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 71654 have on record?

Our records show 16 hail, 31 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 71654, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 19, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 71654?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 71654 is 1.75″. It was reported near .75 W Mc Gehee, AR on October 12, 2010.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 71654 — 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 71654 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 71654 — 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 71654 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 71654 — 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 71654 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 71654 — 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 71654, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 71654, 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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