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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Elberton, GA from April 23, 1968 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
48
Wind Reports
114
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Elberton, GA · 1968–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Elberton, GA

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Nov 8, 2025
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media picture of quarter size hail in Elberton.
NWS Hail Report Location: Elberton, GA
1.00″ hail
Nov 8, 2025
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 911 Call Center reported multiple reports of quarter sized hail in the town of Elberton.
NWS Hail Report Location: Elberton, GA
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2024
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported near the intersection of GA 368 and GA 77.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Elberton, GA
1.25″ hail
Nov 7, 2017
9:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED HALF DOLLAR (1.25\") SIZE HAIL IN RUCKERSVILLE
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Ruckersville, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2015
3:24 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.82 NNW Ruckersville, GA
0.75″ hail
May 17, 2012
2:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell along highway 72 near Flatwoods Rd and Pearl Mill Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7.8 ESE Elberton, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2010
4:24 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail fell at Johnsonton Dr.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Heardmont, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2009
10:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.61 NNW Ruckersville, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 14, 2009
10:45 AM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.34 ESE Elberton, GA
0.88″ hail
Apr 6, 2009
2:12 AM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .73 SSE Elberton, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
4:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Elberton, GA
1.75″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
3:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Elberton, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2007
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Fortsonia, GA
1.75″ hail
May 12, 2007
4:23 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Fortsonia, GA
0.88″ hail
Jul 22, 2006
6:00 PM EST
Hail report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail along Lincoln Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SE Elberton, 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 Elberton, GA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported numerous trees and powerlines down across Elbert County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Wsw Elberton, GA
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
9:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a tree blocking the roadway on Pearl Mill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ene Middleton, GA
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
8:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call center reported trees down near the intersection of Lincolnton Highway and Welcome Church Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Fortsonia, GA
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
8:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County official reported trees down on Harpers Ferry Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Ruckersville, GA
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County official reported trees down on William Smith Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Ruckersville, GA
UNK mph
May 27, 2026
1:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Storm damage... including several downed trees and large snapped branches... was observed between Hulmes Chapel Road and Ruckersville Road. The most concentrated damage occurred along Ruckersville Road near M&E farms.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Ruckersville, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
11:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outages and utility line damage along Luther Burton Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Ruckersville, GA
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2025
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down on road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 ESE Fortsonia, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
11:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report of trees down on power lines along Hartwell Highway in Elberton.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Elberton, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
6:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of several trees down around Elberton.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Elberton, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
10:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines down and blocking Grady Cleveland Rd at intersection with Athens Hwy. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Elberton, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
11:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Mobley Hill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Elberton, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
11:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Wahatchee Creek Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Middleton, GA
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2024
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Fortsonia, GA
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple trees downed near Russell Dam.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 E Fortsonia, 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 Elberton, GA

10 reports
UNK category
May 3, 2021
5:41 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TREE DAMAGE AND ROOF COLLAPSE BETWEEN BEECHWOOD RD AND BOWMAN HWY WAS CAUSED BY EF1 TORNADO.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Elberton, GA
UNK category
May 3, 2021
5:41 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: COUNTY OFFICIAL REPORTED POSSIBLE TORNADO DAMAGE ON THE 1400 BLOCK OF BOWMAN HWY. REPORTED TREES DOWN AND DAMAGE TO METAL BUILDINGS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Elberton, GA
EF2 category
Mar 15, 2008
3:19 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS survey found a tornado damage track in far southern and southeast Elbert County. The tornado, which was spawned from a supercell, touched down southeast of Fortsonia near the intersection of River Rd and Flatwoods Rd. As the tornado tracked east along River Rd, damage was mainly confined to trees and power lines. The tornado began to take on a more east/southeast track near the intersection of River Rd and Balchin Rd, remaining just north of the Wilkes County line. Intensification occurred just west of highway 79 near its intersection with Cooter Creek Rd. The tornado continued to track east southeast, snapping or uprooting numerous trees between Cooter Creek Rd and the Broad River. Two homes received heavy roof damage consistent with EF2 intensity on Bramblett Circle along the Broad River. A boat dock was also lifted and tossed 25 feet in this area. The tornado continued to blow down trees before finally lifting in Bobby Brown State Park in the extreme southeast corner of the county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 SE Elberton, GA
F1 category
Sep 16, 2004
4:38 PM EST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This brief tornado caused damage mainly to trees and power lines.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 NNE Elberton, GA
F1 category
Sep 16, 2004
4:18 PM EST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado touched down near Fortsonia, causing damage to a house. A resident of the house received minor injuries. Damage was mainly restricted to trees along the the remainder of the path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Fortsonia, GA
F1 category
May 6, 2003
1:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado blew down numerous trees and power lines in areas from highway 368, to Ruckersville, to Russell Lake. The most concentrated damage occurred near highway 368.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Ruckersville, GA
F0 category
May 7, 1998
5:24 PM EST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 N Elberton, GA
F1 category
Jul 24, 1980
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Mar 2, 1972
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Jul 19, 1971
11:00 AM CST
Tornado report for Elberton, GA
Elbert County · 6,025 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

Elberton, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population4,691
Households1,971
Housing units2,223
Income
Median household income$41,454
$100k+ households19.4%
$150k+ households10.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,434
Attached single-family113
Small multifamily352
Large multifamily178
Mobile homes146
Housing mix
Single-family share64.5%
Attached-home share5.1%
Multifamily share23.8%
Mobile-home share6.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied894
Renter-occupied1,077
Vacant units252
Home value & age
Median home value$97,500
Owner homes $300k+14.8%
Owner homes $500k+7.1%
Owner homes $750k+2.2%
Median year built1959
Older-home share76.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,751
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 48 hail, 114 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near Elberton, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Elberton?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Elberton, GA is 2.75″. It was reported near Elberton, GA on May 7, 1998.

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

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

I am selling a home in Elberton — 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 Elberton address?

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