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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Wakarusa, IN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Wakarusa, IN from April 11, 1965 through August 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 46573 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
5
Wind Reports
28
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Wakarusa, IN · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Wakarusa, IN

5 reports
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2.00″ hail
May 17, 2019
12:15 AM UTC
Hail report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Southwest, IN
0.75″ hail
Jul 28, 2009
3:07 PM EST-5
Hail report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A CoCoRaHS observer reported penny size hail, as well as 1.50 inches of rain in a half hour.
NWS Hail Report Location: .3 WSW Wakarusa, IN
0.75″ hail
Oct 13, 1999
9:13 AM EST
Hail report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
0.75″ hail
Apr 10, 1999
7:53 PM EST
Hail report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
0.75″ hail
Feb 27, 1996
5:55 AM EST
Hail report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
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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 Wakarusa, IN

28 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
5:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down in Wakarusa. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2025
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Broadcast Media reported a few trees/limbs down on Country Road 3 on the northside of Wakarusa... IN in Elkhart County. Adjusted report based on radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Wakarusa, IN
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2024
4:13 AM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of a large tree downed at a residence. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Wakarusa, IN
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2024
1:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of a few large tree limbs down on County Road 28 between County Road 1 and 3.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Jimtown, IN
UNK mph
May 23, 2019
8:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RELAYED REPORT FROM TRAINED SPOTTER. VERY LARGE TREE DOWN IN TOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
UNK mph
May 19, 2019
10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE LARGE BRANCHES SNAPPED. POWER LINES ON ROAD. TRAMPOLINE BLOWN ACROSS STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Southwest, IN
58 mph
Aug 7, 2018
12:14 AM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEDIUM SIZED LIMB DOWN BLOCKING HALF OF SR 119 AS WELL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Southwest, IN
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2016
3:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wakarusa, IN
73 mph
Jul 1, 2014
12:00 AM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gusts to 73 mph were recorded in the Nappanee and Wakarusa area, west of State Route 19. Six to eight inch diameter limbs and utility lines were down in the area with some corn fields laid over.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Wakarusa, IN
58 mph
Nov 17, 2013
3:44 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported a shed was thrown into a tree with a swing-set being blown over.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.38 N Wakarusa, IN
63 mph
Nov 17, 2013
3:42 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported trees down, as well as silo and outbuilding damage on County Road 1 near Wakarusa.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Wakarusa, IN
60 mph
Jun 25, 2013
8:35 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public estimated a 60 mph wind gust. Large tree limbs were blown down in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Wakarusa, IN
69 mph
May 22, 2011
6:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained spotter reported several trees down near Wakarusa. In addition, a barn suffered extensive roof damage near the intersection of County Roads 42 and 103.
NWS Wind Report Location: .64 SE Wakarusa, IN
58 mph
Jul 28, 2009
3:14 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement officials reported a few trees down in the Wakarusa area.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Wakarusa, IN
63 mph
Jun 19, 2009
3:55 AM EST-5
Wind report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotters reported an eight and twelve inch diameter branch blown down. Minor damage was also reported to a porch at a nearby residence.
NWS Wind Report Location: .86 NE South West, IN
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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 Wakarusa, IN

9 reports
UNK category
Aug 10, 2020
10:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS SURVEY CONFIRMED AN EF1 TORNADO ON AUGUST 11TH 2020.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SW Wakarusa, IN
EF1 category
Jun 23, 2010
7:59 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey of damage indicated a circulation touched down northwest of Wakarusa and worked east southeast, passing north of the town. The circulation skipped along its nearly 12 mile track, producing varying degrees of tree damage, including tree topping, uproots and snapping large limbs. The greatest damage occurred at the Ultimaster plant on State Route 19, where a portion of a second story wall and roof was ripped away. Tree and corn damage continued as the circulation approached New Paris, where it finally dissipated. Despite its track, the maximum width was only around 50 yards with maximum estimated winds of around 100 mph. Damage is estimated at $300,000.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.27 NW Wakarusa, IN
F0 category
Aug 3, 1992
12:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F2 category
Oct 24, 1967
5:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F0 category
Jul 5, 1966
5:38 PM EST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
UNK category
May 26, 1965
5:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F4 category
Apr 11, 1965
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F3 category
Apr 11, 1965
5:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F4 category
Apr 11, 1965
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Wakarusa, IN
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
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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 · City

Wakarusa, IN area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,519
Households755
Housing units866
Income
Median household income$76,008
$100k+ households47.8%
$150k+ households18.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached665
Attached single-family12
Small multifamily13
Large multifamily90
Mobile homes86
Housing mix
Single-family share76.8%
Attached-home share1.4%
Multifamily share11.9%
Mobile-home share9.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied661
Renter-occupied94
Vacant units111
Home value & age
Median home value$202,400
Owner homes $300k+15.9%
Owner homes $500k+1.7%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1960
Older-home share60.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars729
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 5 hail, 28 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near Wakarusa, IN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Wakarusa?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Wakarusa, IN is 2.00″. It was reported near Southwest, IN on May 17, 2019.

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

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

I am selling a home in Wakarusa — 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 Wakarusa address?

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