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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 71971

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 71971 from April 26, 1964 through August 19, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
19
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 71971 · 1964–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 19, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 71971

15 reports
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0.75″ hail
Aug 3, 2011
3:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported in the city of Athens, Arkansas.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.37 NNW Umpire, AR
1.00″ hail
Feb 26, 2009
10:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported east of Grannis, Arkansas.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.49 ESE Baker Spgs, AR
0.88″ hail
Apr 3, 2008
8:02 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.71 E Galena, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 10, 2007
11:37 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail reported in the town of Athens, Arkansas.
NWS Hail Report Location: 14 N Dierks, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 3, 2007
7:47 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 14 N Dierks, AR
0.88″ hail
Jan 12, 2006
10:32 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell in Umpire.
NWS Hail Report Location: 15 N Dierks, AR
0.75″ hail
May 21, 1996
11:55 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Athens, AR
1.00″ hail
Jul 3, 1992
1:20 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 1992
8:50 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
2.75″ hail
Apr 24, 1992
1:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
2.75″ hail
Apr 24, 1992
1:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
1.00″ hail
Nov 29, 1991
8:25 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
1.75″ hail
Nov 9, 1984
6:08 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
1.00″ hail
Oct 18, 1984
3:55 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AR
1.75″ hail
May 6, 1984
10:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 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 71971

19 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 19, 2025
5:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree fell on home in the Athens community on Highway 84. Also... some hail was reported with this storm... but size unknown.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
May 20, 2025
4:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down near Goat Ranch Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 15 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2024
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed across Highway 84 near the post office in Umpire.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
Mar 3, 2023
4:08 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 11 N DIERKS. LARGE LIMBS DOWNED ON PARSON ROAD IN THE UMPIRE COMMUNITY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
Mar 2, 2023
4:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE LIMBS DOWNED ON PARSON ROAD IN THE UMPIRE COMMUNITY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
Mar 9, 2019
1:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORTS OF CHICKEN HOUSES AND BARNS DAMAGED AND TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN THE ATHENS AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 N Dierks, AR
UNK mph
Feb 20, 2018
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: THUNDERSTORM WINDS DAMAGED 4 HOG BUILDINGS... REMOVED THE ROOF OF 3 CHICKEN HOUSES AND DEBRIS KNOCKED THE WINDOWS OUT OF ONE VEHICLE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 N Dierks, AR
61 mph
Aug 18, 2014
4:15 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were downed near the community of Burg northwest of Dierks, Arkansas.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.37 SSW Galena, AR
62 mph
Jun 6, 2014
10:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were downed in Umpire, Arkansas.
NWS Wind Report Location: .57 E Mineola, AR
69 mph
Aug 7, 2011
5:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were downed on the southeast side of Lake Gillham.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6.1 WSW Galena, AR
61 mph
Mar 26, 2009
9:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple of trees were downed west of Athens along Hwy. 84.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.33 WSW Athens, AR
60 mph
May 26, 2008
10:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limbs and a small tree was downed in Athens, Arkansas.
NWS Wind Report Location: .9 SE Mineola, AR
60 mph
Jul 23, 1998
5:30 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Galena, AR
60 mph
Jul 22, 1998
5:30 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees toppled.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Galena, AR
UNK mph
Aug 11, 1992
12:50 AM PST
Wind report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, 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 71971

6 reports
UNK category
Apr 20, 2018
12:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF2 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN ALONG LINVILLE ROAD JUST SOUTHWEST OF THE UMPIRE COMMUNITY WHERE IT SNAPPED SEVERAL TREES. IT CONTINUED NORTH CROSSING CEDAR HILL ROAD WHERE IT WAS AT ITS STRONGEST AND WIDEST POINT... SNAPPING SEVERAL UTILITY POLES AND A LARGE SWATH OF TREES. IT CROSSED KIRBY ROAD AND PRODUCED ADDITIONAL TREE DAMAGE AND ROOF DAMAGE TO TWO LARGE CHICKEN HOUSES. DAMAGE BECAME MORE SPORADIC FARTHER NORTH WHERE THE TORNADO LIFTED AFTER IT CROSSED HWY 278 JUST NORTHWEST OF UMPIRE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NNW Dierks, AR
UNK category
Apr 14, 2018
12:20 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: HIGHWAY 278 WEST OF UMPIRE TREES DAMAGE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 NNW Dierks, AR
EF1 category
Apr 24, 2011
9:54 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS Storm Survey Team concluded that the damage across northern Howard County, Arkansas was consistent with an EF1 tornado. The tornado first touched down just northeast of Umpire, Arkansas along SR 84 where a large tree was snapped. The storm continued in a north northeast trajectory moving parallel to SR 84 snapping a few trees along its path as it moved towards the community of Mineola. The tornado did its worst damage just before lifting on Midway Road. The tornado hit a brick house where nearly half of the roof was completely removed. A large storage building was completely destroyed along with severe damage to an adjacent chicken house. Large trees were also uprooted adjacent to the dwelling. Estimated wind speeds were 90-100 mph at this point.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .71 NNE Umpire, AR
F2 category
Mar 5, 1999
6:29 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado entered Howard County from Polk County, moved across Howard County, then into Pike County. Damage was largely confined to rural wooded area with little or no population. A mobile home was heavily damaged and scores of trees were toppled along the tornado path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SW Galena, AR
F1 category
Oct 5, 1998
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado occurred on Cedar Hill road. An old barn had its roof destroyed. The barn was full of hay which was also lost. Trees and powerlines were knocked down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SW Umpire, AR
UNK category
Apr 26, 1964
8:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 71971
Howard County · 4,566 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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 71971 area census snapshot

People & households
Population558
Households236
Housing units271
Income
Median household income$58,462
$100k+ households22.0%
$150k+ households3.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached196
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes75
Housing mix
Single-family share72.3%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share27.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied166
Renter-occupied70
Vacant units35
Home value & age
Median home value$185,100
Owner homes $300k+15.7%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built2005
Older-home share18.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars223
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 71971 have on record?

Our records show 15 hail, 19 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 71971, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 19, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 71971?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 71971 is 2.75″. It was reported near Dierks, AR on April 24, 1992.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 71971 — 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 71971 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 71971 — 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 71971 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 71971 — 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 71971 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 71971 — 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 71971, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 71971, 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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