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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Blue Ridge, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Blue Ridge, GA from March 8, 1961 through July 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
44
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
4.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Blue Ridge, GA · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Blue Ridge, GA

15 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 2017
11:11 PM UTC
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PENNY TO QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED IN BLUE RIDGE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
1.25″ hail
May 25, 2014
4:23 PM EST-5
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter to half dollar sized hail in Sugar Creek.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.37 ESE Chestnut Gap, GA
4.25″ hail
May 26, 2011
1:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Numerous reports of large to very large damaging hail were received from the Fannin County 911 Center and the public across Fannin county. As the thunderstorm entered Fannin county from the southwest, it produced golf ball-sized hail near Blue Ridge. The hail grew in size to softballs (4.25 inch diameter) as the storm moved over the Morganton area. Extensive damage was reported to vehicles in the Morganton area and adjacent areas in the eastern part of the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.2 N Blue Ridge, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 28, 2010
2:32 PM EST-5
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A storm spotter observed quarter-sized hail near Epworth. Radar data suggests that hail of similar size likely continued northeast to near the Tennessee border and the city of McCaysville.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 W Blue Ridge, GA
0.88″ hail
May 20, 2008
4:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fannin County 911 Center reported nickel-sized hail in the Blue Ridge area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Blue Ridge, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 28, 2007
6:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Blue Ridge, GA
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2006
10:35 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fannin County 911 Center reported quarter-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
0.75″ hail
Feb 21, 2005
12:45 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fannin County 911 Center reported penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
2.50″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
3:00 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of hail, ranging in size from quarters to golf balls, were received from a storm spotter, the public, and the Fannin County 911 center. The largest hail fell in the vicinity of Blue Ridge, where hail up to the size of baseballs was reported. One person noted that one of the hail stones he saw looked like two golf balls glued together. Generally only nickel to quarter-sized hail was reported elsewhere.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
1.75″ hail
Mar 20, 2004
8:10 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fannin county 911 center reported that golf ball-sized hail was observed at the June Walker Chevrolet dealership just southwest of Blue Ridge.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Blue Ridge, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 20, 2002
3:45 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 NW Blue Ridge, GA
0.88″ hail
May 3, 2000
4:44 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported a considerable amount of nickel size hail in Blue Ridge.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 1995
2:27 PM EST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
1.75″ hail
Apr 7, 1986
6:10 AM CST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 6, 1985
4:27 PM CST
Hail report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, GA
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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 Blue Ridge, GA

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UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down along Fox Run Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nw Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
10:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reports tree down along Highway 5 near the intersection with Old Post Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
1:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along 2400 block of Chestnut Gap Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Higdon, GA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
1:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Boardtown Rd in city of Blue Ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
1:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Bearden Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
1:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Carey Ln near Blue Ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
12:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along 900 block of Maxwell Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down along Tennis Court Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Blue Ridge, GA
60 mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station UGA50 Blue Ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported down on Mineral Springs Rd in Blue Ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: Blue Ridge, GA
63 mph
Jun 25, 2023
7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2023
7:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and powerlines downed along Scenic Drive just west of Blue ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2023
11:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ALONG SUGAR CREEK RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
May 4, 2021
4:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN AT ASKA ROAD AND CRABAPPLE DRIVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Blue Ridge, GA
UNK mph
May 4, 2021
4:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ALONG STANLEY CREEK ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WNW Dial, GA
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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 Blue Ridge, GA

5 reports
UNK category
May 24, 2017
3:43 PM UTC
Tornado report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS SURVEY CONFIRMED A BRIEF EF-0 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NE OF BLUE RIDGE WHERE IT SNAPPED AND UPROOTED SEVERAL LARGE TREES EAST OF HIGHWAY 515. THE TORNADO WAS 35 YARDS WIDE AND TRAVELED FOR .1 MILES ABOUT 240 YARDS BEFORE LIFTING.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Murphy Junction, GA
EF1 category
Jan 30, 2013
12:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado that touched down in Gilmer County continued into Fannin County, moving northeast through the Sugar Creek area before lifting in the Hothouse Valley area. The tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH snapped or uprooted hundreds of trees. Up to 100 power poles were either snapped or damaged. Thirty structures were damaged mainly due to falling trees. While the maximum path width was about a half mile wide, the majority of the path was 300-400 yards wide.|[01/30/13: Tornado #2, County #2-2, EF1, Gilmer-Fannin, 2013:002].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.66 ENE Higdon, GA
F0 category
May 6, 1999
3:00 AM EST
Tornado report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Fannin county 911 and newspaper accounts agreed that a minimal tornado was responsible for damage in the Sugar Creek Road and Tennis Court Road areas.The roof of an outbuilding at the water company was torn off, an outdoor pavilion at a church collapsed, and the church received damage to its roof. Trees were knocked down in a twisted pattern and blocked roads in the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Blue Ridge, GA
F2 category
Apr 3, 1974
12:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Mar 8, 1961
3:49 AM CST
Tornado report for Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County · 14,987 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
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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

Blue Ridge, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,688
Households762
Housing units886
Income
Median household income$45,938
$100k+ households23.4%
$150k+ households14.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached464
Attached single-family72
Small multifamily157
Large multifamily13
Mobile homes180
Housing mix
Single-family share52.4%
Attached-home share8.1%
Multifamily share19.2%
Mobile-home share20.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied283
Renter-occupied479
Vacant units124
Home value & age
Median home value$258,700
Owner homes $300k+37.5%
Owner homes $500k+16.3%
Owner homes $750k+6.7%
Median year built1986
Older-home share40.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars673
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 15 hail, 44 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Blue Ridge, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Blue Ridge?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Blue Ridge, GA is 4.25″. It was reported near Blue Ridge, GA on May 26, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Blue Ridge — 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 Blue Ridge address?

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