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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Gilmer County, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Gilmer County, GA from March 8, 1961 through September 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 30540 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
59
Wind Reports
185
Tornado Reports
15
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Gilmer County, GA · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Gilmer County

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1.75″ hail
Jul 25, 2020
9:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, 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
1.25″ hail
Jul 9, 2020
9:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL A LITTLE LARGER THAN QUARTERS FALLING NORTH OF ELLIJAY... ALONG BMW DRIVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Ellijay, GA
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2019
4:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, 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
1.00″ hail
Mar 28, 2017
12:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED AT THE INTERSECTION OF BOARDTOWN ROAD AND WHITE PATH ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Burnett, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 28, 2017
12:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL OFF CONASAUGA RD NEAR HWY 52
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Pleasant Hill, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 28, 2017
12:05 AM UTC
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL OFF CONASAUGA RD NEAR HWY 52
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Pleasant Hill, GA
0.75″ hail
May 31, 2012
4:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, 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
0.75″ hail
Jun 24, 2011
2:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Gilmer County Emergency Management Director reported that penny-sized hail fell across the northeast part of the county between Cherry Log and Pisgah.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Cherry Log, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2011
5:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, 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
3:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed quarter-sized hail west of Ellijay.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Tails Creek, GA
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
2:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, 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
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
2:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that yet a third thunderstorm dropped quarter-sized hail mainly on the east side of Ellijay. This thunderstorm was slightly weaker than the previous two storms which tracked across the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Ellijay, GA
2.75″ hail
May 26, 2011
1:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Numerous reports of large damaging hail from west of Tails Creek to northeast of Cherry Log were received from the Gilmer County Emergency Management Director, the public, and the Gilmer County 911 center. Quarter-sized hail was reported across the western part of the county from Tails Creek to northwest of Ellijay, as well as in Ellijay proper. As the storm moved into the northeast part of the county, the storm intensified producing golf ball to baseball-sized hail from just northeast of Ellijay to Cherry Log. The Gilmer County Emergency Management Director reported that baseball-sized hail caused considerable damage to vehicles along U.S. Highway 76/Georgia Highway 515 between Ellijay and Cherry Log, especially near White Path Road. Damage to homes was reported throughout the county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Tails Creek, GA
1.75″ hail
May 13, 2011
2:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed golf ball-sized hail between Tailes Creek and Mountaintown.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Ellijay, GA
1.00″ hail
May 28, 2010
12:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Gilmer County Emergency Management Director reported quarter-sized hail in the extreme western part of Gilmer county near the Murray county line, between Tails Creek and the Gilmer county line along Georgia Highway 282/U.S. Highway 76.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.55 ENE Tails Creek, 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 Gilmer County

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UNK mph
Sep 11, 2026
10:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, 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 Gilmer County, 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
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 WNW Marion. A tree was downed on Old Parker Place Road at Tickanetley Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Marion, GA
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Old Parker Place Road at Tickanetley Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Marion, GA
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees were downed across Pleasant Grove Road near the intersections of Legion Road and Petal Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wsw Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, 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
Aug 17, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed across the 200 block of Letch Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
4:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported a tree and power lines down at the 3500 block of Chatsworth Hwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
4:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported a tree and power lines down along the 9000 block of Chatsworth Hwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Mountaintown, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
3:32 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, 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
2:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Weeks Road at Weeks Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and powerlines down along Harold Pritchett road near Stillwell Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sse Mountaintown, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and lines down along Chatsworth hwy near Pinson Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ese Mountaintown, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines downed along Old Tails Creek near Westwood Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Ellijay, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
2:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Gilmer County, 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
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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 Gilmer County

15 reports
UNK category
May 13, 2024
3:43 AM UTC
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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
UNK category
May 24, 2017
3:20 PM UTC
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SEVERAL TREES REPORTED DOWN ON DALE COURT IN GILMER COUNTY.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Ollie, GA
UNK category
May 24, 2017
3:16 PM UTC
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS SURVEY CONFIRMED A BRIEF EF-0 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN 7.4 MILES WNW OF ELLIJAY WHERE IT SNAPPED AND UPROOTED SEVERAL LARGE TREES. THE TORNADO WAS 30 YARDS WIDE AND TRAVELED .1 MILES BEFORE LIFTING.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSW Ollie, GA
EF0 category
Jun 5, 2014
6:21 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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
Jan 30, 2013
12:05 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-1 tornado touched down off of Chapman Drive and snapped or uprooted hundreds of softwood and hardwood trees as it moved northeast. Eight power poles were snapped in the Bushyhead Road area. Up to 12,000 people were without power. Maximum wind speeds in Gilmer County were up to 90 MPH. The tornado then moved into Fannin County.|[01/30/13: Tornado #2, County #1-2, EF1, Gilmer-Fannin, 2013:002].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.54 SE Ai, GA
EF1 category
Dec 22, 2011
5:32 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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
EF0 category
Apr 4, 2011
8:34 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City, Georgia in conjunction with the Gilmer County Emergency Management Director confirmed that a second EF0 tornado, again in combination with two brief microbursts, touched down approximately two miles north-northeast of Tails Creek almost simultaneously with the EF1 tornado that touched down southeast of Tails Creek. This tornado also had a path width of 1/2 mile with maximum winds estimated to be 80 mph. This EF0 tornado tracked 1.9 miles east-northeast before lifting. Again, several hundred trees were either blown over, uprooted, or snapped along the path of the tornado. The event likely consisted of two brief tornado segments either side of a longer lasting microburst. Six chicken houses were either destroyed or heavily damaged. A horse stable was also destroyed. Three outbuildings were also heavily damaged. No damage to homes was observed from this tornado.||[04/04-04/05/11: Tornado #2, County #1-1, EF0, Gilmer, 2011:004].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.39 NW Elders, GA
EF1 category
Apr 4, 2011
8:33 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey conducted by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Peachtree City, Georgia in conjunction with the Gilmer County Emergency Management Director confirmed that a brief EF1 tornado, sandwiched between two microbursts, had touched down in west central Gilmer county approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Tails Creek or just northeast of Carters Lake and traveled east-northeast 2.6 miles before lifting. The maximum path width was determined to be 1/2 mile wide with maximum winds estimated to be 100 mph. Hundreds of trees were either blown down, uprooted, or snapped along the path of the tornado as it traveled through the Rose Garden subdivision. Approximately 100 homes in this area sustained at least minor damage as large trees fell on the structures. Several sustained major damage. There were reports from Atlanta television media that several people were trapped in their homes during this event, but this information was not confirmed. No injuries or fatalities were reported from this event.||[04/04-04/05/11: Tornado #1, County #1-1, EF1, Gilmer, 2011:003].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.92 NNW Roundtop, GA
F0 category
Jun 28, 1994
5:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Ellijay sheriff trooper observed a weak tornado briefly touch down two miles northwest of Ellijay along Georgia Highway 52. The tornado lifted as it approached Ellijay and briefly touched again two miles southeast of Ellijay before receding back in to the clouds. Only a few large trees received damage from the tornado.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NW Ellijay To, GA
F1 category
Jul 1, 1977
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
Mar 30, 1977
10:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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
Feb 18, 1976
12:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
Apr 3, 1974
12:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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 Gilmer County, GA
Gilmer County · 14,306 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F0 category
Apr 2, 1970
5:40 AM CST
Tornado report for Gilmer County, 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 · County

Gilmer County, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population31,976
Households12,612
Housing units18,159
Income
Median household income$72,542
$100k+ households42.8%
$150k+ households15.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached14,306
Attached single-family131
Small multifamily562
Large multifamily190
Mobile homes2,878
Housing mix
Single-family share78.8%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share4.1%
Mobile-home share15.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied10,184
Renter-occupied2,428
Vacant units5,547
Home value & age
Median home value$278,900
Owner homes $300k+44.8%
Owner homes $500k+17.0%
Owner homes $750k+4.5%
Median year built1997
Older-home share16.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars12,207
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30540 156
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 59 hail, 185 wind, and 15 tornado reports in Gilmer County, 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 Gilmer County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Gilmer County is 2.75″. It was reported near Tails Creek, GA on May 26, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Gilmer County — 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 Gilmer County address?

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