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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near McRae-Helena, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near McRae-Helena, GA from July 3, 1970 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
44
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  McRae-Helena, GA · 1970–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near McRae-Helena, GA

11 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jan 21, 2012
5:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported 1.00 inch hail just west of McRae.
NWS Hail Report Location: .59 W Helena, GA
1.00″ hail
Oct 13, 2011
5:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator observed quarter-sized hail just west-northwest of McRae.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Mc Rae, GA
0.75″ hail
Jul 27, 2010
4:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Telfair County 911 Center relayed a report of penny-sized hail in the area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Mc Rae, GA
1.25″ hail
May 21, 2010
1:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A storm spotter observed half-dollar-sized hail from the far northeast corner of Telfair county, just northwest of Helena and McRae to just east of McRae.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Mc Rae, GA
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2003
4:05 PM EST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An employee of the Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge reported penny to quarter size hail at the Park near the Wheeler county line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Helena, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 7, 2000
7:10 PM EST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Telfair county 911 center reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Rae, GA
1.00″ hail
Aug 19, 1999
6:24 PM EST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Telfair county 911 reported dime to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Mc Rae, GA
0.80″ hail
Nov 1, 1997
6:45 PM EST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime to nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Rae, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 1, 1997
5:26 PM EST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Rae, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 1, 1991
5:00 PM CST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, GA
1.75″ hail
May 23, 1988
5:05 PM CST
Hail report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 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 McRae-Helena, GA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
9:35 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fire Department reports multiple trees and power lines down along Irwinton Avenue between 9th and 12th streets.
NWS Wind Report Location: Helena, GA
UNK mph
May 17, 2026
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down along Temperance Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
May 17, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were downed along Prison Camp Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Workmore, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2023
3:16 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at HWY 280 and Ken White Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Helena, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2023
1:13 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down across road at HWY 441 and Old Prison Camp Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Workmore, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2023
1:10 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 SW Helena. Tree down at HWY 280 and Ken White Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Helena, GA
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE REPORTED DOWN ON POPLAR ST NEAR INTERSECTION WITH 3RD AVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
May 6, 2022
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE REPORTED DOWN ON SWEET GUM RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
Aug 31, 2021
5:20 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWNED AT DEEPSTEP RD AND PLEASANT GROVE RD
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
May 4, 2021
7:18 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MCRAE PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTED A TREE DOWN NORTH OF WORKMORE ON HWY 441 BLOCKING THE ENTIRE ROADWAY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Workmore, GA
UNK mph
Jul 19, 2019
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AT LEAST ONE TREE DOWN OFF OF OLD PRISON CAMP RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Workmore, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2018
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: THE TOPS OF 2 SMALL TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN IN SE MCRAE ALONG POPLAR ST
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
May 28, 2018
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN IN THE TOWN OF MCRAE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
May 28, 2018
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON A POWERLINE ON EAST WILLOW CREEK LANE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Mcrae, GA
UNK mph
Apr 23, 2018
10:12 PM UTC
Wind report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES AND POWERLINES WERE REPORTED DOWN NEAR THE COURTHOUSE ON OAK STREET IN MCRAE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcrae, 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 McRae-Helena, GA

1 reports
F1 category
Mar 18, 1981
1:45 PM CST
Tornado report for McRae-Helena, GA
Telfair County · 3,213 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

McRae-Helena, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,959
Households1,294
Housing units1,774
Income
Median household income$51,296
$100k+ households28.9%
$150k+ households7.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,246
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily418
Large multifamily9
Mobile homes101
Housing mix
Single-family share70.2%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share24.1%
Mobile-home share5.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied792
Renter-occupied502
Vacant units480
Home value & age
Median home value$111,800
Owner homes $300k+4.0%
Owner homes $500k+1.1%
Owner homes $750k+1.1%
Median year built1972
Older-home share67.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,007
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 11 hail, 44 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near McRae-Helena, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in McRae-Helena?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near McRae-Helena, GA is 1.75″. It was reported near Mc Rae, GA on June 1, 1997.

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

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

I am selling a home in McRae-Helena — 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 McRae-Helena address?

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