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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Franklin, KY
Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Franklin, KY from May 26, 1965 through July 22, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.
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Hail Reports
23
Wind Reports
150
Tornado Reports
18
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm ReportsCoverage Franklin, KY · 1965–presentUpdated Daily · last Jul 22, 2026
Hail Report Description: Dimes and Quarters near Franklin.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Franklin, KY
1.50″hail
Jun 8, 2015 12:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported hail 1.5 inches in diameter at a truckstop at exit 2 on Interstate 65.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Geddes, KY
1.25″hail
Jun 8, 2015 12:02 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported hail, approximately 1.25 inches in diameter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.11 W Flat Rock, KY
1.00″hail
Jul 1, 2013 12:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A spotter reported quarter sized hail at Mile Marker 7 on Interstate 65.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSW Black Jack, KY
2.00″hail
Jun 10, 2013 1:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A spotter reported that hail up to 2 inches in diameter covered the ground just to the east of Franklin. This hail came from a supercell that earlier had produced an EF-2 tornado well west of Franklin.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Franklin, KY
1.75″hail
Jun 10, 2013 1:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: This hail fell from the supercell thunderstorm that earlier produced an EF-2 tornado well to the west of Franklin.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.31 ENE Franklin Whak Arpt, KY
1.75″hail
Mar 24, 2013 12:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Franklin, KY
1.00″hail
Mar 24, 2013 12:04 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Franklin, KY
1.50″hail
Apr 26, 2012 2:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.31 ENE Hickory Flat, KY
1.25″hail
Mar 15, 2012 2:48 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Another report of 1 inch hail came from nearly the same location.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Franklin, KY
1.00″hail
Apr 24, 2011 4:51 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.11 W Temperance, KY
0.88″hail
Apr 24, 2011 4:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Franklin, KY
0.75″hail
Mar 28, 2009 5:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Franklin, KY
1.00″hail
Apr 20, 2006 5:54 AM EST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 N Franklin, KY
0.75″hail
Mar 29, 2002 8:15 PM EST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Providence, KY
1.75″hail
May 24, 2000 6:40 PM EST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported near the Allen County line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 E Franklin, KY
1.00″hail
May 25, 1998 9:24 AM EST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Franklin, KY
0.80″hail
Mar 27, 1991 3:36 PM CST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, KY
1.00″hail
May 26, 1989 12:55 PM CST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, KY
1.00″hail
May 28, 1982 5:30 PM CST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, KY
1.25″hail
May 24, 1971 5:35 PM CST
Hail report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, KY
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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.
Wind Report Description: Power line down next to a business at 1550 Nashville Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Apr 17, 2026 12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down over the 3000 block of Sportsman Lake Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Woodburn, KY
UNKmph
Apr 17, 2026 12:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Rapids Road and Grace Road. Tree is blocking all lanes of traffic.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Rapids, KY
UNKmph
Apr 17, 2026 12:13 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Very large tree down over the 900 block of Rapids Road. The tree is blocking all lanes of traffic.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Dec 22, 2025 12:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of tree down on roadway at Filter Plant Rd and Scottsville Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Dec 22, 2025 12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in the roadway... but cars could still get by.. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Corinth, KY
UNKmph
Sep 5, 2025 10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down on Salem Rd... mostly blocking the road. Off duty officer tried to move but was unable.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gold City, KY
UNKmph
Jun 27, 2025 8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call center reported trees over the roadway at Springfield Road and Schweizer Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Franklin, KY
UNKmph
May 17, 2025 3:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb down behind a home in Franklin.
NWS Wind Report Location: Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Apr 7, 2025 5:38 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple snapped trees and damage to windows on Gold City Road near Interstate 65.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Gold City, KY
UNKmph
Apr 7, 2025 5:36 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Entire top of tree snapped off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Gold City, KY
UNKmph
Feb 16, 2025 3:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Partial collapse of a large barn. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Providence, KY
UNKmph
Jun 2, 2024 3:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down on Widener Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Jun 2, 2024 3:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NWS storm survey team determined a path of straight-line wind damage estimated at 85mph in the town of Franklin... KY. Please see associated PNS for more information.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Franklin, KY
UNKmph
May 26, 2024 2:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at the intersection of W Cedar and John J Johnson.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Franklin, KY
UNKmph
May 26, 2024 2:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down intersection of 31W and Industrial Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Dec 9, 2023 8:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Simpson County law enforcement found barn with minor roof damage near the border of Warren and Simpson counties... along Harvey Robertson Rd... near Hardison Rd. Straight-lined winds estimated at 80 mph with this damage. Timing based on OHX radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE South Union, KY
UNKmph
Jun 11, 2023 10:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and powerlines down over roadways in Franklin.
NWS Wind Report Location: Franklin, KY
UNKmph
May 7, 2023 10:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN THE FRANKLIN AREA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Sep 3, 2022 8:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON GOLD CITY ROAD NEAR FRANKLIN. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Aug 7, 2022 7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MORE THAN 20 TREES DOWN ACROSS JIM ROBERTS COMMUNITY PARK. POWER LINES WERE REPORTED DOWN IN THE AREA. A BARN WAS DESTROYED JUST NORTH OF THE PARK ALONG DITMORE FORD ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Jun 17, 2022 3:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES REPORTED DOWN ACROSS SIMPSON COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Jun 17, 2022 3:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWERLINES DOWN 800 BLOCK OF BLACK JACK RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Franklin, KY
58mph
Apr 13, 2022 11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SIMPSON COUNTY KY MESONET SITE OBSERVED WIND GUST OF 58 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Providence, KY
UNKmph
Jan 1, 2022 5:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SIMPSON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGMENT REPORTED DAMAGE NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF MORGANTOWN ROAD AND WINSTON LANE. SOME TREES WERE UPROOTED OR LARGE BRANCHES SNAPPED. SHINGLE AND ANTENNA DAMAGE OCCURRED TO SOME HOMES. WINDS WERE ESTIMATED AT 65 TO 70 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Franklin, KY
UNKmph
Mar 25, 2021 10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF MULTIPLE TREES DOWN IN THE AREA OF LEO BINION RD. AND PLEASANT HILL RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Rapids, KY
UNKmph
Jun 28, 2020 8:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DISPATCH REPORTED ONE TREE DOWN NEAR PRICES MILL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Prices Mill, KY
UNKmph
Apr 10, 2020 2:43 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NO POWER IN THE GOLD CITY AND HICKORY FLATS AREA OF SIMPSON COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gold City, KY
UNKmph
Mar 30, 2020 4:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN AT INTERSECTION OF SCHWEIZER AND CHARLIE BUTTS ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Providence, KY
UNKmph
Mar 30, 2020 4:14 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR FLAT ROCK ROAD AND HOLLAND BROTHERS ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED BASE ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S South Union, KY
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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 Franklin, KY
18 reports
UNKcategory
Feb 21, 2025 3:46 AM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service in Louisville confirmed an EF1 tornado in western Simpson County during the late evening hours on February 15th. The tornado was on the ground for just over 4 miles... with peak winds of 90 miles per hour and a maximum width of 150 yards. Please see the associated PNS for additional information.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Prices Mill, KY
UNKcategory
Dec 9, 2023 8:49 PM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Final extension to the long-track tornado affecting north central Tennessee southern Todd... Logan and ending in far NW Simpson county. The last point had some roof damage to a large barn along J Wilson Rd. The Simpson County portion of the tornado had EF-0 damage... with peak winds estimated at 80-85 mph. Thanks to the Auburn Police and to citizens along the path who sent us imagery to help with the extension.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSE Auburn, KY
UNKcategory
Jun 23, 2019 12:35 AM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF EF1 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NEAR I-65. THE SURVEY CREW FOUND A MIXTURE OF STRAIGHT LINE WINDS AND A SMALL AREA OF A TORNADO EMBEDDED WITHIN. THE TORNADO HIT THE SALEM ROAD AREA HARD WITH EXTENSIVE TREE DAMAGE. A WHEAT FIELD HAD DISTINCT CIRCULATIONS QUITE VISIBLE. THE TORNADO WAS ON THE GROUND FOR 0.6 MILES WITH A WIDTH OF 75 YARDS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 NNW Gold City, KY
UNKcategory
Mar 2, 2018 3:50 AM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TORNADO REPORT FROM 4 SSW FRANKLIN. THE TORNADO BEGAN JUST SOUTHWEST OF LAKE SPRING ROAD WHERE A COUPLE OF TREES WERE SNAPPED OR UPROOTED AND A LARGE 24 X 36 BARN EXPERIENCED EXTENSIVE ROOF PANEL DAMAGE. MAXIMUM WINDS WERE ESTIMATED AT 80 MPH WITH A WIDTH BETWEEN 75 AND 100 YARDS. THE TORNADO CONTINUED TO CROSS FARMLAND BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER BARN NEAR THE 31W INTERSECTION. THE TORNADO THREW METAL SHEETING FROM THE BARN IN VARIOUS DIRECTIONS WITH MUCH OF IT SUSPENDED UP IN
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSW Franklin, KY
UNKcategory
Mar 2, 2018 2:35 AM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: THE TORNADO BEGAN JUST SOUTHWEST OF LAKE SPRING ROAD WHERE A COUPLE OF TREES WERE SNAPPED OR UPROOTED AND A LARGE 24 X 36 BARN EXPERIENCED EXTENSIVE ROOF PANEL DAMAGE. MAXIMUM WINDS WERE ESTIMATED AT 80 MPH WITH A WIDTH BETWEEN 75 AND 100 YARDS. THE TORNADO CONTINUED TO CROSS FARMLAND BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER BARN NEAR THE 31W INTERSECTION. THE TORNADO THREW METAL SHEETING FROM THE BARN IN VARIOUS DIRECTIONS WITH MUCH OF IT SUSPENDED UP IN THE TREES. THERE WERE A COUPLE TWISTED TREES ON BOTH S
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSW Franklin, KY
EF1category
Jun 10, 2013 1:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong, long tracked tornado, which first touched down in Logan County, continued in Simpson County. The complete track of this twister was just over 14 miles, with the last 4.8 miles in Simpson County. Earlier, EF-2 damage was surveyed in Logan County, but, by the time it crossed into Simpson County near the intersection of Conn and Reames-Dixon roads, it had weakened to an EF-1. Several outbuildings and trees were damaged in Simpson County before the tornado lifted along Russelville-Gallatin Road. Overall, 5 homes in both Logan and Simpson Counties sustained extensive damage, with two other residences suffering minor damage. Five grain bins were destroyed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.62 NW Prices Mill, KY
EF0category
Jan 17, 2012 12:20 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This long tracked EF-2 tornado had a path length of over 8 miles, touching down in Simpson County and continuing through a portion of Allen County. The twister moved from west to east, traveling 3 miles in Simpson County and 5 1/4 miles in Allen County. This tornado touched down near Hickory Flat Road just south of its intersection with Hickory Flat-Rapids Road. A dozen trees were uprooted near its touchdown. The most significant damage occurred near the intersection of McKendree Church Road and Highway 100 where a well constructed brick house completely lost its roof. Multiple barns, garages, and outbuildings were destroyed here as well. Nearby, a complete roof of one outbuilding was thrown one half mile to the east. Other significant damage was surveyed at the intersection of Highway 100 and Reeder School Road near the Simpson Allen County line. One house had severe roof damage and an exterior wall blown out. A jeep in the driveway was blown into the house. A camper was blown from the driveway across the road with other debris scattered through the field beyond.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.51 SW Hickory Flat, KY
EF1category
Apr 20, 2011 12:30 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS Storm Survey confirmed an EF-1 tornado with estimated wind speeds of 90-95 mph. When the tornado touched down it destroyed a barn and threw debris about a quarter mile. The tornado then damaged the roof of another barn and uprooted or snapped at least a hundred trees. The tornado lifted near the intersection of US 31W and Ogles Street.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.37 NW Franklin Whak Arpt, KY
F2category
Nov 15, 2005 6:52 PM EST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A supercell thunderstorm developed over northern Tennessee and moved into south central Kentucky during the early evening hours of November 15. It produced multiple, short-lived tornado touchdowns along its path, which stretched for nearly 25 miles across three counties. The second touchdown from this supercell was in Simpson County near Pilot Knob. The weak F2 tornado damaged trailers and downed many trees along a path of roughly a mile.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Turnertown, KY
F0category
Nov 7, 1996 1:55 PM EST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Stowers, KY
F1category
May 26, 1989 3:27 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2category
May 22, 1989 6:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1category
May 22, 1989 5:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F3category
Apr 3, 1974 3:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1category
Jul 22, 1973 3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1category
Jul 2, 1972 6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2category
May 24, 1971 5:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2category
May 26, 1965 10:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin, KY
Simpson County · 6,681 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
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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.
NWS Hail, Wind and Tornado Reports in and near Franklin, KY on the Interactive Map
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Frequently asked questions
for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does Franklin have on record?
Our records show 23 hail, 150 wind, and 18 tornado reports in and near Franklin, KY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 22, 2026.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Franklin?
The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Franklin, KY is 2.00″. It was reported near .89 NE Franklin, KY on June 10, 2013.
A storm report showed up near my home in Franklin — 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 Franklin and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.
I am buying a home in Franklin — 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 Franklin address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.
I am selling a home in Franklin — 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 Franklin address?
Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in Franklin — 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 Franklin, KY, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in Franklin, 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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