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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Stephens County, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Stephens County, GA from April 14, 1957 through September 5, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 30577 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
58
Wind Reports
139
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Stephens County, GA · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 5, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Stephens County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2025
10:13 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several social media pictures of quarter size hail in the Toccoa area. Time and location estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Toccoa, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 10, 2025
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media picture of mainly dime to nickel size hail... but a few larger stones up to quarter size were mixed in.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNE Avalon, GA
1.25″ hail
Jun 12, 2023
12:55 AM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to half dollar size hail fell along New Hope Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Boydville, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2019
5:08 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: UP TO QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED BY SPOTTER EAST OF TOCCOA... GA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Toccoa, GA
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2019
5:02 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: UP TO 1 INCH HAIL REPORTED ESE OF TOCCOA... GA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Toccoa, GA
1.50″ hail
Jun 3, 2018
8:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTS PING PONG SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNE Avalon, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 3, 2018
8:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTS QUARTER SIZE HAIL ON THE GEORGIA SIDE OF LAKE HARTWELL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNE Avalon, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 18, 2018
2:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SEVERAL MINUTES OF HAIL... MOSTLY DIME- TO NICKEL-SIZED WITH THE LARGEST BEING QUARTERS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Avalon, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 18, 2018
2:05 AM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SEVERAL MINUTES OF HAIL... MOSTLY DIME- TO NICKEL-SIZED WITH THE LARGEST BEING QUARTERS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Avalon, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 14, 2016
8:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER RELAYED REPORT OF GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL ON SHOREWOOD CIRCLE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 ENE Toccoa, GA
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2016
7:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DIME- TO QUARTER-SIZED HAIL. STRONG WINDS ALSO.
NWS Hail Report Location: Martin, GA
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2015
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported quarter size hail on Black Mountain Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.68 NW Toccoa Falls, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 20, 2014
4:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Co-op observer relayed public report of up to 3/4 inch hail along Lake Louise Rd. At least one other report of 3/4 inch hail was also received in the Toccoa area.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Toccoa Arpt, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 26, 2013
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.84 ESE Toccoa, GA
1.00″ hail
Aug 2, 2012
8:14 PM EST-5
Hail report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported about 5 miles east northeast of Toccoa.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.79 SE Tournapull, 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 Stephens County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Eastanolee, GA
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2026
7:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of large tree limbs down. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Nne Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
8:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple powerlines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Management reported numerous trees and powerlines down leading to widespread power outage.
NWS Wind Report Location: Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2026
9:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three large trees down on Guard Camp Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Boydville, GA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
10:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outages and utility line damage along Yonah Dam Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Tallulah Falls, GA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
6:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County communications reported trees and powerlines downed. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Eastanolee, GA
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
11:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and large limbs down along Cliffs Ridge Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down across Stephens County... especially along Highway 17 south of Toccoa.
NWS Wind Report Location: Eastanolee, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple powerlines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
6:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on utility equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Eastanolee, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
11:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on South Red Rock Road... Jordan Road... and Rock Quarry Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: Toccoa, GA
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
5:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees downed along Hwy 184.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Boydville, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports numerous trees and powerlines down in Martin.
NWS Wind Report Location: Martin, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports numerous trees and powerlines down in Eastanollee.
NWS Wind Report Location: Eastanolee, 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 Stephens County

9 reports
UNK category
Apr 13, 2020
7:06 AM UTC
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY REPORTED TORNADO ON 34.5155 N 83.3671 W OR 2 S BOYDVILLE IN STEPHENS COUNTY GA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 S Boydville, GA
F0 category
Nov 19, 2003
3:55 AM EST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak tornado blew down numerous limbs and trees along its intermittent 11-mile track. Part of a metal roof was blown off a building near Toccoa.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Toccoa, GA
F0 category
Jun 26, 1994
3:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak and short-lived tornado touched down near Georgia Highway 17 and downed several large trees. Most of the trees were uprooted or twisted at the base.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Toccoa, GA
F2 category
May 5, 1989
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Nov 5, 1977
7:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Sep 7, 1977
2:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
Nov 21, 1973
8:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F1 category
Jan 30, 1971
4:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
Dec 10, 1966
3:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Stephens County, GA
Stephens County · 8,499 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 · County

Stephens County, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population26,842
Households10,276
Housing units12,344
Income
Median household income$52,264
$100k+ households31.1%
$150k+ households9.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached8,499
Attached single-family124
Small multifamily975
Large multifamily306
Mobile homes2,425
Housing mix
Single-family share68.9%
Attached-home share1%
Multifamily share10.4%
Mobile-home share19.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,411
Renter-occupied2,865
Vacant units2,068
Home value & age
Median home value$168,200
Owner homes $300k+21.8%
Owner homes $500k+7.3%
Owner homes $750k+2.3%
Median year built1983
Older-home share43.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,783
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Stephens County

30577 161
Toccoa, GA Hail, wind & tornado reports
30538 28
Toccoa, GA Hail, wind & tornado reports
30557 28
Martin, GA Hail, wind & tornado reports
30563 23
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30511 20
Baldwin, GA Hail, wind & tornado reports
30598 6
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 58 hail, 139 wind, and 9 tornado reports in Stephens County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 5, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Stephens County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Stephens County is 2.00″. It was reported near Toccoa, GA on April 28, 2002.

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

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

I am selling a home in Stephens 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 Stephens County address?

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