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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near East Ellijay, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near East Ellijay, GA from March 16, 1973 through September 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
59
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  East Ellijay, GA · 1973–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near East Ellijay, GA

15 reports
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1.75″ hail
Jul 25, 2020
9:50 PM UTC
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER TO GOLF-BALL SIZED HAIL WAS REPORTED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 52 AND RACKLEY ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cartecay, GA
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2019
4:20 PM UTC
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED AT CLEAR CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ENE Talona, GA
0.75″ hail
May 31, 2012
4:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Gilmer County Emergency Manager reported that dime sized hail fell on Zeblin Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Roosevelt, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2011
5:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Gilmer County Emergency Management Director observed two to three minutes of quarter-sized hail about halfway between Cartecay and the Dawson County line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Cartecay, GA
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
2:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed quarter-sized hail across the eastern portion of the county, including the east side of Ellijay. This was from a second severe thunderstorm that tracked from south central to northeast Gilmer county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S East Ellijay, GA
1.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
4:46 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Gordon County Emergency Management Director reported that golf ball-sized hail was observed near the Gordon/Gilmer county line to near the intersection of Georgia Highways 136 and 382. The public reported nickel-sized hail in the southeast part of the county, near Cartecay. Radar data supports nickel or larger sized-hail likely fell across much of southern Gilmer county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.96 NW Carlisle, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2008
6:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed quarter-sized hail in the southwest part of the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Talona, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 1, 2008
5:50 AM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A deputy with the Gilmer County Sheriff's Office observed 10 to 15 minutes of penny-sized hail on the east side of the county. The 911 Center observed penny-sized hail in East Ellijay.
NWS Hail Report Location: N East Ellijay, GA
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2007
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of large hail were received from the public across southern and eastern Gilmer county. Golf ball-sized hail was reported two miles east of Talona, in Cartecay, and just northwest of Marion. Quarter to golf ball-sized hail was observed about two miles southeast of Ellijay.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Talona, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
3:43 PM EST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Yukon, GA
1.25″ hail
Jul 13, 2003
6:35 PM EST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny to half-dollar-sized hail near Whitestone, near the Pickens county border, in extreme southwest Gilmer county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Talona, GA
0.88″ hail
Mar 11, 2000
12:30 AM EST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: East Ellijay, GA
0.75″ hail
May 7, 1999
1:50 PM EST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Gilmer county 911 reported dime size hail and 1 tree down along highway 52. A funnel cloud was reported also.
NWS Hail Report Location: East Ellijay, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 9, 1991
1:55 PM CST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 4, 1989
1:15 PM CST
Hail report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 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 East Ellijay, GA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 11, 2026
10:54 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Teague Rd and Shamrock Farm Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Talona, GA
UNK mph
Sep 11, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Yukon Rd near Old Pleasant Valley Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ese Talona, GA
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed in the 1000 block of Highway 382 W.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Talona, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
3:32 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along GA 136 at hwy 382.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wsw Roundtop, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Eric Simpson Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw East Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
1:55 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and powerlines down along Owl town Road at Pike Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Cartecay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
1:55 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at hwy 52 east and Roy Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Cartecay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
1:50 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Mt Zion and Pike Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Cartecay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees downed along Roundtop Road... specifically near the intersection of Old Highway 5 South.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Talona, GA
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2026
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Wingate Rd and Roundtop Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Roundtop, GA
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2026
8:13 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Bodie Rd and Old Hwy 5 S.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Talona, GA
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed in the 300 block of Fred Beasley Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S East Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2026
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported down in the 100 block off Knight Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Roundtop, GA
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2025
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees reported down across the road on Hwy 52 E near the intersection with Roy Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Cartecay, GA
UNK mph
May 21, 2025
3:48 AM UTC
Wind report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported down tree at Richards Road and Luke Quarles Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Roundtop, 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 East Ellijay, GA

5 reports
UNK category
May 13, 2024
3:43 AM UTC
Tornado report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado crossed Ellington Road and Old Hwy 5 South.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SW East Ellijay, GA
EF0 category
Jun 5, 2014
6:21 PM EST-5
Tornado report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service survey team determined that a weak EF-0 tornado touched down just north of Round Top on Old Round Top Road, tracking eastward through the Rolling Meadows subdivision. The tornado nearly paralleled Old Round Top Road. Approximately 20 trees were either snapped or uprooted. A couple of trees were reported to have fallen on a house and some cars.|[06/05/14: Tornado #1, County #1-1, EF0, Gilmer, 2014:008].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.27 NE Roundtop, GA
EF1 category
Dec 22, 2011
5:32 PM EST-5
Tornado report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The Gilmer County Emergency Management Director reported and the Cherokee County Emergency Management Director discovered an area of damage in southwest Gilmer county. The Cherokee County Emergency Management Director determined that the damage was the result of an EF1 tornado. The tornado touched down approximately four miles southeast of Carters (in Murray county) in far southwest Gilmer county near Georgia Highway 136. The tornado tracked on the ground, paralleling Georgia Highway 136, in an east-northeastward direction for only 1.5 miles before lifting near the intersection of Camp Branch Road and Georgia Highway 136. The damage path was determined to be 300 yards wide with maximum winds estimated to be 90 mph. The most significant damage resulting from the tornado was to the Shady Grove Church, which sustained minor damage from falling trees. No other structures were damaged. However, a total of at least 100 trees and six power poles were snapped or downed by the tornado.||[12/22/11: Tornado #3, County #1-1, EF1, Gilmer, 2011:029].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.15 WNW Carlisle, GA
F2 category
Mar 30, 1977
10:30 AM CST
Tornado report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Mar 16, 1973
2:05 PM CST
Tornado report for East Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 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

East Ellijay, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population418
Households252
Housing units308
Income
Median household income$26,563
$100k+ households15.5%
$150k+ households6.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached182
Attached single-family30
Small multifamily55
Large multifamily22
Mobile homes19
Housing mix
Single-family share59.1%
Attached-home share9.7%
Multifamily share25%
Mobile-home share6.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied140
Renter-occupied112
Vacant units56
Home value & age
Median home value$167,200
Owner homes $300k+25.7%
Owner homes $500k+15%
Owner homes $750k+5.7%
Median year built1988
Older-home share40.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars233
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 15 hail, 59 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near East Ellijay, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in East Ellijay?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near East Ellijay, GA is 1.75″. It was reported near Cartecay, GA on July 25, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in East Ellijay — 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 East Ellijay address?

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