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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Forest Park, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Forest Park, GA from February 2, 1974 through June 27, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
13
Wind Reports
43
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Forest Park, GA · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 27, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Forest Park, GA

13 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 27, 2025
11:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reports quarter-sized hail in Forest Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 27, 2025
11:47 PM UTC
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Hartsfield-Jackson, GA
1.25″ hail
May 1, 2021
12:41 AM UTC
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: OBSERVER AT HARTSFIELD-JACKSON REPORTED HAIL ESTIMATED FROM QUARTER TO HALF-DOLLAR SIZE. THE HAIL PRODUCED DENTS ON AIR CONDITIONING UNITS ON THE ROOF OF THE AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hartsfield-Jackson Airp, GA
1.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
5:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fulton County Emergency Manager as well as airline and federal employees at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reported quarter to golfball sized hail at the airport. Numerous windshields were broken on Interstate 85 south.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Atlanta Hartsfield I, GA
1.75″ hail
Apr 23, 2009
7:06 PM EST-5
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of large hail were received from the public across Clayton county as a slow moving severe thunderstorm tracked from the northwest to the east central part of the county. The ASOS observer at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport observed penny to quarter-sized hail off and on for a period of 46 minutes. Golf ball-sized hail was reported from the public in Forest Park and Morrow, while penny to quarter-sized hail fell near Rex, east of Morrow, and northeast of Jonesboro as the storm began to weaken slightly as it approached the eastern border of the county. In addition, the wind gusted to 42 knots at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport during the hailstorm. Frequent to continuous cloud-to-ground lightning was also observed at the airport during the thunderstorm.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Atlanta Hartsfield I, GA
0.88″ hail
Feb 18, 2009
7:26 PM EST-5
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A police officer reported damage to his vehicle from hail. Hail size and location were estimated based on radar data since specific information was not provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Forest Park, GA
0.75″ hail
May 12, 2007
5:14 PM EST-5
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Air Traffic Controllers at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport observed penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Atlanta Hartsfield I, GA
1.75″ hail
Jul 2, 2002
5:10 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Two reports of quarter size hail in Forest Park were received from FOX 5 TV of Atlanta, while numerous reports of hail, ranging in size from dimes to golf balls, were received from the public in Forest Park. FOX 5 TV also relayed a report of quarter size hail on Aviation Parkway on the south side of the Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport near the intersection of Georgia Highway 139 and Georgia Highway 314. In addition, nickel size hail was reported by the public at Riverdale.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 30, 1999
2:32 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, GA
1.25″ hail
May 23, 1999
5:10 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported ping pong ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, GA
1.00″ hail
May 13, 1999
3:20 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, GA
0.88″ hail
Jul 19, 1998
11:14 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Riverdale, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 3, 1998
8:15 PM EST
Hail report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, GA

30 reports
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58 mph
Apr 11, 2025
1:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Integrated Terminal Weather System at KATL reported a 50KT or 58MPH wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Hartsfield-Jackson, GA
69 mph
Feb 16, 2025
9:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KATL Atlanta.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Hartsfield-Jackso, GA
67 mph
Aug 12, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured at ASOS station KATL Atlanta.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Hartsfield-Jackso, GA
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous power outages reported around the Atlanta Airport. MARTA rail service is suspended as a result in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hartsfield-Jackson Airp, GA
60 mph
Aug 12, 2023
8:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured at ASOS station KATL Atlanta.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Hartsfield-Jackso, GA
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree blocking I-85 SB just before Riverdale Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW College Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2023
10:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell in the roadway taking the service line down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerline reported down near the intersection of Meadow Dr and Elaine Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb from tree broke and landed on power lines... taking out one of the lines. The tree was blocking one lane of traffic near the intersection of Cynthia Ln and Pineridge Ct.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell and landed on power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell across occupants’ driveway and landed on their vehicle near the intersection of Northview Dr and College St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on a house near the intersection of Kennesaw Dr and Cascade Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell across occupants’ driveway and landed on their vehicle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Forest Park, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 S Forest Park. Tree fell and landed on power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, GA

5 reports
UNK category
Feb 12, 2019
6:35 PM UTC
Tornado report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TREE REPORTED DOWN ON A HOME ON THE 600 BLOCK OF WATSON FERRY DR IN FOREST PARK AREA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Forest Park, GA
F0 category
Jan 19, 2001
12:24 PM EST
Tornado report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A damage survey, conducted by National Weather Service personnel from the Peachtree City, Georgia office, determined that an F0 tornado briefly touched down at the Forest Square Shopping Center on Georgia Highway 54, Jonesboro Road, near the southwest corner of Fort Gillem. This is about 3 miles southeast of Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport. Six buildings sustained considerable damage, mainly to roofs, windows, and to exteriors. A pawnshop in the shopping center lost part of its roof and a Pizza Hut, immediately next door, lost all of its windows. Several other buildings in the area lost windows from flying debris. A nearby Pep Boys Auto Parts store lots a large portion of its roof and exterior awnings. The flying debris from the roof of the damaged buildings, particularly the Pep Boys store, caused damage to 15 to 20 cars parked nearby. Many of the cars had their rear windows shattered out and appeared as if they had been hit with a major hailstorm, although no hail was reported in the area. It is believed that rock pebbles from the roofs of the damaged buildings were largely responsible for this occurrence. The flying debris and glass caused injury to 8 people. The injuries were described as being mainly cuts and bruises, although one person suffered a broken arm. Power lines were also reported down in the same area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Forest Park, GA
F1 category
Nov 19, 1981
11:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
May 8, 1978
4:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F0 category
Feb 2, 1974
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Forest Park, GA
Clayton County · 75,021 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Forest Park, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population19,619
Households7,213
Housing units7,801
Income
Median household income$42,286
$100k+ households22.5%
$150k+ households4.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,832
Attached single-family150
Small multifamily1,903
Large multifamily826
Mobile homes90
Housing mix
Single-family share61.9%
Attached-home share1.9%
Multifamily share35.0%
Mobile-home share1.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,774
Renter-occupied4,439
Vacant units588
Home value & age
Median home value$119,000
Owner homes $300k+5.8%
Owner homes $500k+4.7%
Owner homes $750k+3.0%
Median year built1965
Older-home share79.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,338
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 13 hail, 43 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Forest Park, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 27, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Forest Park?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Forest Park, GA is 1.75″. It was reported near .69 S Atlanta Hartsfield I, GA on March 18, 2013.

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

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

I am selling a home in Forest Park — 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 Forest Park address?

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