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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Alto Pass, IL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Alto Pass, IL from May 21, 1957 through August 5, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
4
Wind Reports
9
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Alto Pass, IL · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 5, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Alto Pass, IL

4 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2011
1:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Alto Pass, IL
0.88″ hail
Mar 20, 2004
1:45 PM CST
Hail report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Alto Pass, IL
0.88″ hail
May 25, 2002
2:30 PM CST
Hail report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Alto Pass, IL
0.75″ hail
Apr 13, 1972
11:30 PM CST
Hail report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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 Alto Pass, IL

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UNK mph
Aug 5, 2023
8:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limb down just north of Alto Pass.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Alto Pass, IL
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2022
1:06 AM UTC
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TEN INCH TWENTY FOOT LONG LIMB BLOWN ON A GARAGE IN WOLF LAKE. REPORT RELAYED BY KFVS-12.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Ware, IL
UNK mph
May 29, 2019
12:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. TREE SNAPPED AT THE BASE AND FELL INTO A GARAGE. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Alto Pass, IL
96 mph
Jun 26, 2013
6:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: At least 15 trees, some of which were very large, were blown down. About ten houses were damaged by falling trees. Some of these houses sustained major damage. There were also vehicles damaged by falling trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Alto Pass, IL
60 mph
Oct 26, 2010
5:00 AM CST-6
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down on the northwest side of the county, including locations near Highway 127 and Old U.S. 51. These locations are just south of the Jackson County line.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Alto Pass, IL
75 mph
May 8, 2009
11:40 AM CST-6
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Northwest parts of the county were struck hardest by very strong winds associated with the comma head of a bow echo. Widespread tree and power line damage occurred. The most intense destruction was in the Wolf Lake and Alto Pass areas. About 25 homes sustained damage in the county. Power outages were widespread. Numerous trees were snapped along Illinois Route 127, mainly north of Anna. The highway was closed while fire and highway personnel worked to clear it. A large tree fell in Anna, taking down power lines and a couple utility poles.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Wolf Lake, IL
58 mph
Jun 12, 2004
4:15 PM CST
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were down on Route 127 about two miles north of Route 146.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Alto Pass, IL
58 mph
Jul 18, 2003
10:37 AM CST
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple of trees were blown down on major roads in northern Union County, including Route 3 near Wolf Lake and Highway 127 at Alto Pass.
NWS Wind Report Location: Alto Pass, IL
UNK mph
Sep 22, 1980
4:30 PM CST
Wind report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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 Alto Pass, IL

5 reports
UNK category
Jun 2, 2018
12:54 AM UTC
Tornado report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF-1 TORNADO WITH PEAK WINDS UP TO 95 MPH TOUCHED DOWN 2.5 MILES SOUTHWEST OF WOLF LAKE AND LIFTED 1 MILE EAST OF WOLF LAKE. PATH LENGTH WAS 3.5 MILES WITH A MAXIMUM WIDTH OF 150 YARDS. A VERY LARGE EQUIPMENT BARN COLLAPSED AND ANOTHER BARN WAS DESTROYED. A ONE STORY HOUSE WAS PARTIALLY SHIFTED OFF ITS FOUNDATION. ALL STRUCTURAL DAMAGE WAS ALONG THE WARE WOLF LAKE ROAD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Wolf Lake, IL
UNK category
Jun 2, 2018
12:50 AM UTC
Tornado report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: UNCONFIRMED...REPORTED JUST EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NW Ware, IL
EF2 category
Feb 29, 2012
4:00 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado crossed the Mississippi River from Cape Girardeau County into northwestern Union County. After exiting cropland in the Mississippi River floodplain, the tornado tracked through the Shawnee National Forest. The damage path extended just north of Bald Knob, then directly across Alto Pass. Thousands of trees were snapped or uprooted, and several houses were damaged. The houses that were damaged suffered primarily partial roof loss. The houses were located in Alto Pass, where EF-2 damage occurred. Numerous barns and grain bins were destroyed. Many power lines were blown down. Peak winds were estimated near 115 mph. The average path width was 250 yards. The tornado path crossed into Giant City State Park and into the southeast corner of Jackson County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.8 W Aldridge, IL
F2 category
Apr 14, 1972
3:10 AM CST
Tornado report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
F3 category
May 21, 1957
6:07 PM CST
Tornado report for Alto Pass, IL
Union County · 5,983 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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

Alto Pass, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population380
Households151
Housing units191
Income
Median household income$59,583
$100k+ households43.1%
$150k+ households21.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached153
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily16
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes22
Housing mix
Single-family share80.1%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share8.4%
Mobile-home share11.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied134
Renter-occupied17
Vacant units40
Home value & age
Median home value$106,800
Owner homes $300k+25.4%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1971
Older-home share61.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars141
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 4 hail, 9 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Alto Pass, IL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 5, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Alto Pass?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Alto Pass, IL is 1.00″. It was reported near .55 E Alto Pass, IL on April 27, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Alto Pass — 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 Alto Pass address?

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