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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 72482

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 72482 from April 11, 1979 through March 4, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
8
Wind Reports
6
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 72482 · 1979–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 4, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 72482

8 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 4, 2026
10:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sharp County Dispatch center reports fireman reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Armstrong, AR
1.75″ hail
Mar 30, 2025
11:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: This was from a second storm that occurred an hour later that produced severe hail at the same location.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Ozark Acres, AR
3.00″ hail
Mar 30, 2025
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Ozark Acres, AR
1.00″ hail
Aug 6, 2003
1:48 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Williford, AR
1.75″ hail
Apr 27, 2002
11:38 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Williford, AR
0.88″ hail
May 26, 1997
11:55 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 ESE Hardy, AR
0.88″ hail
Dec 23, 1996
2:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 E Hardy, AR
1.00″ hail
Mar 5, 1996
10:25 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 E Hardy, 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 72482

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UNK mph
May 31, 2024
10:57 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tornado report from 1 S Ozark Acres. NWS Damage Survey team has found damage consistent with straight-line winds with damage oriented from west and southwest to east and northeast over a large swath of around 3 miles by over 7 miles in dimension approximately. Wind damage was first noted along Acres Road... north of Hwy 63. A small metal outbuilding was shifted at a 45 degree angle but remained in tact on the west side of Acres Road. Several trees surrounding the outbuilding were snapped and uprooted. On the east side of Acres Road... a mobile home rolled approximately twice away from its foundation. Both mentioned structures had a wide open field towards their west making them more vulnerable to wind damage. Numerous trees were uprooted and snapped along the swath of damaging winds from Ozark Acres to Williford.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Ozark Acres, AR
69 mph
Jul 11, 2009
10:28 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A hay barn was blown down, the roof was torn off a building, and trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Hardy Ozark Acres Ar, AR
58 mph
Jan 8, 2008
10:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees were blown down in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Hardy Ozark Acres Ar, AR
58 mph
Apr 27, 2002
11:38 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds knocked down several trees and power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Williford, AR
58 mph
Aug 19, 1997
1:30 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Sitka, AR
UNK mph
Apr 11, 1979
5:45 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 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 72482

4 reports
UNK category
May 28, 2024
11:00 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS Damage Survey team has found damage associated with an short lived EF-1 tornado that occurred early Sunday morning in Sharp County... just north of Williford. A number of trees were uprooted and twisted. Path length and width will be determined after the team returns from the field.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Ozark Acres, AR
EF1 category
Apr 10, 2008
3:29 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A shed and a camping trailer were destroyed, and a number of trees were blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.89 NNE Sitka, AR
F1 category
Apr 2, 2006
3:59 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado touched down briefly in Sharp County. The tornado touched down about 2.8 miles southwest of Williford and was on the ground for 2.5 miles. Damage along the path of the tornado consisted of a barn and workshop that were damaged. Also, an old sawmill building was destroyed and a few dozen trees were snapped off or uprooted. The tornado moved out of Sharp County, about 2 miles south-southeast of Williford, and into Lawrence County (Memphis County Warning area).
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SW Williford, AR
F2 category
Nov 5, 2005
10:41 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 72482
Sharp County · 7,762 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong tornado touched down briefly in Sharp County about a mile southwest of Sitka. Estimated winds with the tornado were about 115 mph. The worst damage noted was at the intersection of Lone Oak Road and Summerfield Creek Road. One mobile home was demolished, with contents strewn well across a field. Another mobile home was damaged. A storage shed was thrown across a street into the trees and a travel trailer was overturned. A vacant house was destroyed by falling trees. Five vehicles were damaged with windows being blown out. Numerous trees were uprooted or snapped off along the path of the tornado. Three people sustained injuries. The tornado was on the ground for almost five miles before dissipating.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Sitka, 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 72482 area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,481
Households587
Housing units916
Income
Median household income$38,068
$100k+ households16.0%
$150k+ households1.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached695
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily1
Large multifamily3
Mobile homes192
Housing mix
Single-family share75.9%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share0.4%
Mobile-home share21.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied508
Renter-occupied79
Vacant units329
Home value & age
Median home value$68,700
Owner homes $300k+7.1%
Owner homes $500k+1.6%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1980
Older-home share50.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars533
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 72482 have on record?

Our records show 8 hail, 6 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 72482, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 4, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 72482?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 72482 is 3.00″. It was reported near Ozark Acres, AR on March 30, 2025.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 72482 — 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 72482 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 72482 — 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 72482 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 72482 — 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 72482 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 72482 — 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 72482, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 72482, 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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