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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Bowdon, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Bowdon, GA from June 4, 1965 through March 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
13
Wind Reports
45
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Bowdon, GA · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Bowdon, GA

13 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jul 25, 2020
8:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER INCH HAIL WAS REPORTED IN BOWDEN... 1 MILE EAST OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Bowdon, GA
2.00″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
4:07 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ham radio operators and the public reported 1 to 2 inch hail across Carroll County in the second of two significant hailstorms that moved through.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.34 WNW Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 11, 2011
2:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Carroll County Emergency Management Director relayed a report of penny-sized hail just south of Bowdon.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
Jan 21, 2010
8:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Carroll County Emergency Management Director reported penny-sized hail near Roopeville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Bowdon, GA
1.75″ hail
Feb 18, 2009
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of large hail were received from the southern half of the county. The public observed golf ball-sized hail in Clem. The Fire Department observed nickel-sized hail in Bowden. The county emergency manager observed penny-sized hail in Carrollton. Finally, a National Weather Service employee observed quarter-sized hail in Whitesburg in the far southeast corner of the county. The Target store at McIntosh Plaza suffered considerable roof damage from the hail, causing leaks and damaging merchandise. The public reported that windshields of vehicles in the area were damaged.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
May 24, 2008
4:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A fire station south of Bowdon observed penny-sized hail in the southwest part of Carroll county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Bowdon, GA
0.88″ hail
May 20, 2008
7:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator reported penny-sized hail in the Bowdon area. Radar data supported that hail of similar size, perhaps larger, fell across the far western and southern parts of the county, south of Bowdon and toward Tyrus and possibly even Roopville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Bowdon, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2004
2:27 PM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that quarter-sized hail fell for up to 20 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowdon, GA
1.75″ hail
May 9, 2002
5:55 PM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Carroll county 911 center reported golf ball size hail. The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
May 3, 2002
6:40 AM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
May 19, 2001
1:17 PM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NE Bowdon, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 12, 1999
8:00 PM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public and a fire station reported 3/4 inch hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowdon, GA
2.50″ hail
May 7, 1998
11:20 PM EST
Hail report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: From 3/4 inch to 21/2 inch hail was reported by the public and an off-duty Weather Service employee. The hail was reported as golf ball size in Bowdon and up to tennis ball size in Carrollton. Cars were dented and had windshields broken. Roofs of houses were damaged and leaves were shredded leaves off trees.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bowdon, 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 Bowdon, GA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Mar 12, 2026
7:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM reports tree down on road at Saxon Rd and Dot Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
May 27, 2025
6:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on a home on the 400 block of Mitchell Ave.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
May 27, 2025
6:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 SSW Bowdon. Tree reported down on a power line at the intersection of Fountain Rd and Hwy 100.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
May 27, 2025
6:21 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on a power line at the intersection of Fountain Rd and Hwy 100.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
May 6, 2025
12:28 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 6 NW Bowdon. Tree down in the 7900 block of Smithfield Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
12:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in the 7900 block of Smithfield Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
12:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed onto a vehicle along Antioch Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW John Tanner State, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Highway 5 and Old Columbus Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Tyus, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Highway 5 and Daniel Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Blackjack Mountain, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
4:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Highway 5 and Reavesville Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Blackjack Mountai, GA
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
5:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Smithfield Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
8:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A power line was downed in the 800 block of East College Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
8:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed onto the 200 block of Kent Avenue.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
8:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in the city of Bowden.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bowdon, GA
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2024
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed along Craven Road near Dixson Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Bowdon, 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 Bowdon, GA

6 reports
UNK category
May 27, 2025
6:23 PM UTC
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 touched down in western Carroll county. Trees were snapped and uprooted along its 1.6mi path. Max winds were 75mph. See PNS for details.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSW Bowdon, GA
EF2 category
May 11, 2008
3:08 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City, Georgia confirmed that two brief spinup tornadoes occurred within a larger and extensive area of straight-line wind damage across much of central Carroll county. The first brief tornado spinup was an EF2 in the Jonesville community, just northeast of Bowdon and west of Carrollton. The tornado touched down approximately two miles east of where the straight-line wind damage began. The tornado was only on the ground approximately 100 yards and had a path width of 100 yards as well. The roofs of two homes were completely blown off the structures, including nearly $1 million in damages to a Dalton Carpet Outlet. Hundreds of trees were also down in the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Jonesville, GA
EF3 category
Feb 26, 2008
5:55 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A ground and aerial damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City, Georgia and the Carroll County Emergency Management Director concluded that an EF3 tornado touched down in extreme western Carroll county, just across the Alabama state line, about 13 miles west of Carrollton and continued to a point approximately five miles west of Carrollton. The tornado traveled a path length of seven to eight miles and had a maximum path width of 100 yards. Maximum wind speeds were estimated at 140 mph. Twelve structures, mostly single family homes, suffered extensive damage along the path of the tornado. Only four of the affected structures were manufactured or mobile homes. Two of the affected homes were destroyed, on Indian Creek Road. A woman was injured on Smithfield Road when she was blown from her home. Numerous trees and power lines were down throughout the area as well. Damages were estimated to be nearly $10 million. This plus the following tornado resulted in damage to 128 structures. Six single-family and one mobile home were destroyed, two mobile homes suffered major damage, 34 single-family homes sustained minor damage, and 84 single-family homes, along with one mobile home, suffered minor damage. Five businesses were damaged, two of which were destroyed, along with one suffering major and two others minor damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.3 NW Bowdon, GA
F1 category
Apr 4, 1989
1:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
May 6, 1967
7:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Jun 4, 1965
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Bowdon, GA
Carroll County · 34,127 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

Bowdon, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,284
Households972
Housing units1,072
Income
Median household income$44,674
$100k+ households27.2%
$150k+ households8.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached676
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily152
Large multifamily28
Mobile homes216
Housing mix
Single-family share63.1%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share16.8%
Mobile-home share20.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied509
Renter-occupied463
Vacant units100
Home value & age
Median home value$172,700
Owner homes $300k+14.9%
Owner homes $500k+0.4%
Owner homes $750k+0.4%
Median year built1976
Older-home share57.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars813
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 13 hail, 45 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Bowdon, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Bowdon?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Bowdon, GA is 2.50″. It was reported near Bowdon, GA on May 7, 1998.

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

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

I am selling a home in Bowdon — 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 Bowdon address?

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