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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Waynesboro, GA from July 1, 1969 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
25
Wind Reports
119
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Waynesboro, GA · 1969–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Waynesboro, GA

25 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 16, 2022
9:46 PM UTC
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT VIA TWITTER WITH ONE INCH HAIL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2014
3:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MINI MART 8 miles northeast of Waynesboro reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.35 ESE Shell Bluff, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 17, 2011
2:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail at Shell Bulff Country Store.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5.05 NE Shell Bluff, GA
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
8:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail just west of Waynesboro.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.87 WNW Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
8:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail in the Waynesboro area.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NE Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 28, 2011
6:23 AM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail reported by the Burke county sheriff.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.98 WNW Waynesboro Burke Arp, GA
0.88″ hail
Apr 11, 2009
12:19 AM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dispatch reported nickel size hail north of town on hwy 25.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.02 NNW Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2008
7:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Fire department reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 W Waynesboro, GA
1.75″ hail
Mar 15, 2008
6:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One home suffered moderate damage from large hail and a tornado. Windows were broken from the hail and siding was severely damaged.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.45 S Shell Bluff, GA
1.00″ hail
Aug 17, 2007
4:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported dime to quarter size hail near GA hwy 56.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 N Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
Aug 17, 2007
4:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: WAGT reported quarter size hail near Greystone Ranch which damaged a car.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 N Waynesboro, GA
0.88″ hail
Aug 17, 2007
3:46 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel size hail south of the county line near US 25.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 N Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2007
8:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public and Post Offices reported quarter size hail across the norther portions of Burke County.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NNE Waynesboro, GA
1.75″ hail
May 14, 2006
5:04 PM EST
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported golf ball size hail on Stony Bluff road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 SE Waynesboro, GA
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2006
4:30 PM EST
Hail report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 W Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, GA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County Dispatch reported multiple trees down along Hwy 56S. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Sw Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
7:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke EM reported trees down throughout the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2026
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County dispatch reported multiple trees and powerlines down along Highway 56 south near Di-Lane Plantation.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SW Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2026
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke county dispatch reported multiple trees and powerlines down along Herndon Road near Di-Lane Plantation.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSW Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2026
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Planters Electric company reported a tree down on power lines causing power outages. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SE Hephzibah, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
1:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County Dept of highways reported trees down on Scarlett Oaks Dr. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 WSW Plant Vogtle, GA
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2025
1:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County dispatch reported a tree down along Herndon Rd. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Munnerlyn, GA
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2025
12:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County dispatch reported powerlines down at 1071 Hwy 80 in Burke County. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
11:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County Dispatch reported a tree down blocking both lanes at Thompson Bridge Rd and Hwy 24. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Apr 23, 2025
6:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County dispatch reports tree down over the road in the 2500 block of Porter Carswell Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Munnerlyn, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
8:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dispatch reports a tree down at Porter Carswell Rd and Drake Rd. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Munnerlyn, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2025
10:32 AM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reported tree blocking the roadway near the intersection of Herndon Road and Dilane Plantation Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WNW Munnerlyn, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
12:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke county EM reported trees down at Highway 56 & Steiner Place. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SW Waynesboro, GA
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2024
9:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Burke County EM reported a down tree blocking River Road near Hwy 80.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 NW Plant Vogtle, GA
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
6:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down partially blocking roadway on Quaker Rd at Spread Oak Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 WNW Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, GA

7 reports
UNK category
Jan 21, 2017
7:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TWO TREES UPROOTED AND TWO SHEDS DESTROYED ON SCRUB OAK RD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 ESE Waynesboro, GA
EF2 category
Apr 19, 2015
2:42 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS storm survey found an EF2 tornado touched down in northern Burke County taking down numerous trees then traveling NNE into Richmond County taking down trees, damaging homes, vehicles and other structures Done Roven Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.76 NNE Greens Cut, GA
EF1 category
Nov 16, 2011
5:34 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS storm survey found a strong EF1 tornado touched down in the woods taking down numerous trees, damaging a couple of homes, a garage, a couple of outbuildings, and turned over an RV.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .74 SW Shell Bluff, GA
EF1 category
Mar 15, 2008
6:05 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm survey found numerous trees and powerlines down along path. One home suffered moderate damage from large hail and the tornado. Windows were broken from the hail and siding was severely damaged. Shingles and a small part of the roof were gone. Several mobile homes had minor to moderate damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.45 S Shell Bluff, GA
F0 category
Sep 15, 2002
4:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small F0 briefly touched down at 153 Eagle Pass Court and destroyed 1 metal shed and did minor damage to 2 mobile homes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 NNW Waynesboro, GA
F1 category
Apr 14, 1984
4:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F0 category
Apr 23, 1983
6:42 PM CST
Tornado report for Waynesboro, GA
Burke County · 6,288 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

Waynesboro, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,700
Households2,086
Housing units2,502
Income
Median household income$36,156
$100k+ households17.3%
$150k+ households7.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,500
Attached single-family12
Small multifamily786
Large multifamily64
Mobile homes140
Housing mix
Single-family share60.0%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share34.0%
Mobile-home share5.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied774
Renter-occupied1,312
Vacant units416
Home value & age
Median home value$96,000
Owner homes $300k+8.3%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1973
Older-home share69.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,841
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 25 hail, 119 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Waynesboro, GA is 1.75″. It was reported near Shell Bluff, GA on March 15, 2008.

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

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

I am selling a home in Waynesboro — 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 Waynesboro address?

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