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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Waterloo, AL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Waterloo, AL from May 8, 1961 through September 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 35677 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
102
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Waterloo, AL · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Waterloo, AL

18 reports
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1.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2020
6:03 AM UTC
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waterloo, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
7:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported. Relayed through social media via Broadcast media.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Waterloo, AL
0.88″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
6:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Waterloo, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
6:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported on main street in Waterloo, Alabama.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Waterloo, AL
0.88″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
6:12 AM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported on Main street in Waterloo.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Waterloo, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
6:12 AM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported on the northwest side of Waterloo.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Waterloo, AL
0.75″ hail
May 29, 2012
7:09 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail of dime and penny size was reported near the intersection of County Roads 2 and 14.
NWS Hail Report Location: .25 NW Gravelly Spgs, AL
1.00″ hail
Jan 21, 2012
3:44 AM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported at the intersection of County Roads 8 and 14.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.2 SSW Wright, AL
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2010
2:02 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 E Waterloo, AL
0.88″ hail
Jun 1, 2008
2:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced nickel size hail near Waterloo.
NWS Hail Report Location: .53 E Waterloo, AL
0.88″ hail
Mar 1, 2007
3:55 AM CST-6
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Waterloo, AL
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
3:35 PM CST
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Waterloo, AL
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
3:33 PM CST
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wright, AL
0.75″ hail
Oct 24, 2001
7:15 PM CST
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported in Waterloo.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waterloo, AL
1.75″ hail
Jan 17, 1999
8:48 PM CST
Hail report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball size hail was reported near Waterloo.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waterloo, AL
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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 Waterloo, AL

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 12, 2026
4:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed_ blocking portions of the road_ Hwy 20 and County Road 152. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 Ene Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
7:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported down blocking the road at 2835 CR 129.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 E Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2026
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines down on the road near School House Lane. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Apr 28, 2026
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down... blocking both lanes of traffic at cross streets County Rd 2 & County Rd 5.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 NNE Cherokee, AL
UNK mph
Apr 4, 2026
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down blocking both lanes of the roadway at 11884 CR 14. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Mar 11, 2026
7:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down onto power lines and blocking the roadway at 2811 CR 8. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 ENE Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Dec 18, 2025
11:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lauderdale County 911 reported a tree down at CR 8 and HWY 20.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 ENE Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Dec 18, 2025
11:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lauderdale County 911 reported two trees down over the road way at CR 8 and CR 534.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 ENE Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2025
12:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down blocking both lanes of the roadway at the intersection of CR 54 and CR 14. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
10:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across Lynnbrook dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 ENE Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
10:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down blocking the entire roadway at the intersection of Townsell Lane and CR 83. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 5 E Waterloo. A tree was knocked down blocking the entire roadway at the intersection of Townsell Lane and CR 83. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
10:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was knocked down at 1500 CR 83.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: At least 70 trees were knocked down... mostly pines... at 14299 CR 14. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 ESE Waterloo, AL
UNK mph
Apr 9, 2025
2:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were reported down near the intersection of CR 132 and CR 87.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 E Waterloo, AL
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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 Waterloo, AL

6 reports
UNK category
May 20, 2025
5:07 PM UTC
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trees down near CR 10400 near Waterloo. Picture and video evidence as well.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 E Waterloo, AL
UNK category
Apr 3, 2025
10:00 PM UTC
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-1 tornado... winds of 90 mph. Trees uprooted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 WNW Waterloo, AL
EF2 category
Dec 23, 2015
7:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down initially near the intersection of Country Road 14 and County Road 54 north of Waterloo, in extreme western Lauderdale County. Multiple trees were snapped and uprooted along the nearby creek and along CR 54.||The next available damage was viewed along CR 1 south of CR 40. Many softwood and hardwood trees were snapped and uprooted along the hillside into the neighboring valley. The tornado damaged a single family home, removing large portions of the roofing marterial, and damaged the Williams Chapel Presbyterian Church where nearby residents were taking shelter. The tornado crossed CR 1, leaving almost no tree untouched in a large stand of pine trees.||The tornado continued over the hill to CR 40 where the most significant damage was observed. The tornado snapped numerous hardwood trees south of CR 40, caused minor damage to a single family residence, and pushed a mobile home off its foundation. Upon crossing CR 40, the tornado tore almost the entire roofing structure off a single family home, injuring one inhabitant, and tossing the debris into the trees behind it. The tornado continued over a small hill into a hollow, snapping and uprooting numerous trees along its path. The tornado continued into Wayne County Tennessee, approximately 1/2 mile north of CR 40.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.36 N Waterloo, AL
EF1 category
Apr 27, 2011
3:01 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado of EF-1 intensity produced peak wind speeds up to 110 mph. The tornado touched down along County Road 90, 1 mile north-northeast of Waterloo. Here, numerous trees were snapped on the hillside along County Roads 90 and 78. Two docks along Second Creek sustained damage.||Just southeast of the intersection of County Roads 90 and 21, 3 residences sustained minor damage. The first home had its windows blown out on the upper floor. The second sustained shingle damage and had the rear wall of a garage blown out. The third had a portion of a garage picked up and thrown over the house about 75 yards. A brick was thrown through the back window of the residence. Numerous trees were snapped immediately to the southeast of this home.||The tornado continued along County Road 90. Near the intersection of Lester Hollow Road, several large/wide trees were snapped off from 8 to 15 feet off the base. To the east along Lester Hollow Road, trees were knocked onto 3 homes. The tornado produced significant tree damage as it progressed northeastward. At the intersection of State Highway 20 and County Road 40, a building had 3 awnings blown off, with one being deposited across Highway 20. The tornado then tracked into a wooded area and moved into Tennessee.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.62 NNE Waterloo, AL
EF1 category
May 10, 2008
10:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado with peak winds of around 100 mph touched down near a cove along the Tennessee River and moved east northeast, nearly paralleling county road 14 between the Wright and Rhodesville communities. Extensive tree damage was observed with multiple large trees uprooted and many medium size tree trunks snapped. The heaviest damage occurred to a farm along county road 14, where an all metal barn was completely destroyed, an awning adjacent to another outbuilding was ripped off, and concrete posts were ripped from the ground. The metal roofing was catapulted approximately 1/2 of a mile.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.8 W Gravelly Spgs, AL
F1 category
May 30, 2004
10:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Waterloo, AL
Lauderdale County · 31,635 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Emergency management reported numerous trees and powerlines snapped and twisted. The F1 tornado touched down 3 miles west of Murphy Crossroads and moved northeast to the Alabama/Tennessee state line.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Murphy Xrds, AL
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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 · City

Waterloo, AL area census snapshot

People & households
Population92
Households57
Housing units95
Income
Median household income$29,219
$100k+ households22.8%
$150k+ households14.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached80
Attached single-family1
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes14
Housing mix
Single-family share84.2%
Attached-home share1.1%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share14.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied50
Renter-occupied7
Vacant units38
Home value & age
Median home value$92,000
Owner homes $300k+24%
Owner homes $500k+8%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1968
Older-home share61.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars57
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 102 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Waterloo, AL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Waterloo?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Waterloo, AL is 1.75″. It was reported near Waterloo, AL on April 10, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Waterloo — 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 Waterloo address?

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