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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Union County, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Union County, GA from May 21, 1965 through July 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
46
Wind Reports
93
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Union County, GA · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Union County

30 reports
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1.25″ hail
Jul 25, 2020
9:01 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL FELL FOR ABOUT 3 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Jones Creek, GA
1.75″ hail
Jul 21, 2020
4:56 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL FELL FOR 3 TO 4 MINTUES NEAR LAKE TRAHLYTA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Vogel State Park, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 21, 2020
4:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL AT A LOCATION ON ALLISON CIRCLE... LASTING 3-5 MINUTES. HAIL CAUSED DAMAGE TO CAMPER AC UNIT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Vogel State Park, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 21, 2020
4:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL AT A LOCATION ON ALLISON CIRCLE... LASTING 3-5 MINUTES. HAIL CAUSED DAMAGE TO CAMPER AC UNIT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Blairsville, GA
1.50″ hail
Jul 21, 2020
4:48 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED ACCUMULATING 1.50 INCH HAIL AT A LOCATION OFF SULLIVAN TRAIL ROAD... LASTING MORE THAN FIVE MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Vogel State Park, GA
1.25″ hail
Jul 9, 2020
8:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SEVERAL REPORTS OF HAIL OF QUARTER SIZE TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE TO THE SE OF BLAIRSVILLE IN EASTERN UNION COUNTY.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Track Rock, GA
2.12″ hail
Mar 19, 2018
1:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CALLER REPORTED MOSTLY NICKEL SIZED HAIL... WITH A FEW STONES LARGER THAN A QUARTER. LARGEST STONE FOUND MEASURED 2.12" ACROSS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Ivy Log, GA
2.12″ hail
Mar 19, 2018
1:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VIA TWITTER... A HAIL STONE MEASURING 2 1/8 INCHES ACROSS WAS MEASURED. (PHOTO W/ MEASURING TAPE SENT)
NWS Hail Report Location: Ivy Log, GA
1.25″ hail
Mar 18, 2018
1:11 AM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: WEB REPORT OF 1.25" HAIL AND HIGH WINDS
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Blairsville, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 2017
10:36 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL COVERED THE GROUND.
NWS Hail Report Location: Vogel State Park, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 21, 2017
10:11 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL OF AT LEAST QUARTER SIZE BROKE AN UPSTAIRS WINDOW OF A HOME NEAR MULKEY GAP ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Blairsville, GA
1.00″ hail
Oct 9, 2014
5:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Employees at the Sunrise Grocery on Gainesville highway north of Vogel State Park reported nickel to quarter-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.44 NW Choestoe, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2014
4:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Union County 911 Center reported quarter-sized hail near Canal Lake.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.7 W Pleasant Hill, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2012
5:42 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported hail up to the size of quarters covering the ground near Pine Top Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.19 SE Fain, GA
1.00″ hail
May 31, 2012
10:36 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported that quarter sized hail fell near Hood.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Choestoe, 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 Union County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across Towncreek School Road and Misty Mountain Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Track Rock, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:43 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down along Wesley Mountain Drive near Murphy Highway on the west side of Blairsville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Blairsville, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Gumlog Road Garrett Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Ivy Log, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across John Smith Road E.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nw Ivy Log, GA
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across Moccassin Road and Wilmar Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne Ivy Log, GA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
10:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported around 7 trees were blown down off of Deyton Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Blairsville, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Town Creek School Road and Misty Mountain Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Track Rock, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed and blocking Moccasin Road near the intersection at Wilmar Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Ivy Log, GA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
9:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking part of the road way at the intersection of Whistle Pig Ter and St Hwy 325 (Nottely Dam Road).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Nottely Dam, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
10:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed across Eagle Bend Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Blairsville, GA
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
10:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Roberts Road at Christo Court.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Jones Creek, GA
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell and partially blocked Gainesville Hwy at Cindy Cove Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Vogel State Park, GA
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Rich Gap Rd between Owl Creek Rd and Lower Owltown Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Owltown, GA
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Ivylog Drive near Hideaway Hills Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Ivy Log, GA
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed on Lake Cove Lodge Rd at Dixie Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Nottely Dam, 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 Union County

3 reports
F0 category
May 7, 1998
2:55 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A severe thunderstorm tracked across northern Union county spawning an intermittent F0 tornado. A combination of tornadic winds, downburst winds and large hail caused damage in a path from Ivy Log to northeast of Blairsville. Sight survey by NWS employees showed 25 homes and 100 vehicles were damaged. Numerous small trees were downed at the Arrowhead RV park on Ivy Log road. Many RVs had dents and damaged windows from hail. Also, several houses had tin roofs blown off. Another was damaged due to a falling tree. An above-ground pool was destroyed and damage to other homes occurred on Timothy Ingram Road and Ross Ridge Drive. The EMA director reported a tornado on the ground and the sight survey showed trees were occasionally downed in a twisting pattern. One minor injury occurred when a young boy was hit by hail. Other reports northeast of Blairsville indicated up to baseball size hail damaged cars. Trees and power lines were downed along highway 76. Some of the trees fell on a car.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Ivy Log, GA
F1 category
Jun 28, 1994
6:10 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado briefly touched down 10 miles west of Blairsville along U.S Highway 76 and skipped east then lifted about six miles west of Blairsville. Three to four homes were severely damaged and several large trees were either uprooted or snapped midway.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Blairsville, GA
F1 category
Jun 28, 1994
5:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, GA
Union County · 11,885 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado briefly touched down six miles south of Blairsville on Georgia Highway 129. Two to three homes received roof and window damage while several large trees were uprooted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Blairsville, 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

Union County, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population25,598
Households11,012
Housing units14,952
Income
Median household income$65,697
$100k+ households36.6%
$150k+ households13.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached11,885
Attached single-family7
Small multifamily316
Large multifamily434
Mobile homes2,190
Housing mix
Single-family share79.5%
Attached-home share0.1%
Multifamily share5.0%
Mobile-home share14.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,107
Renter-occupied1,905
Vacant units3,940
Home value & age
Median home value$272,600
Owner homes $300k+40.9%
Owner homes $500k+13.2%
Owner homes $750k+6.1%
Median year built1994
Older-home share19.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,462
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 46 hail, 93 wind, and 3 tornado reports in Union County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Union County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Union County is 2.75″. It was reported near Ivy Log, GA on May 7, 1998.

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

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

I am selling a home in Union 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 Union County address?

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