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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Independence, KY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Independence, KY from May 26, 1960 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
58
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Independence, KY · 1960–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Independence, KY

18 reports
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1.25″ hail
Apr 14, 2025
8:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo verified.
NWS Hail Report Location: Independence, KY
1.75″ hail
Oct 19, 2016
11:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Independence, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2015
10:27 AM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .09 WSW Atwood, KY
0.88″ hail
Aug 9, 2012
3:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.75 NW Independence, KY
1.00″ hail
Aug 9, 2012
3:03 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.07 W Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
Jul 26, 2012
2:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.75 NW Independence, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 19, 2011
1:40 AM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
May 21, 2010
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSW Independence, KY
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2010
3:53 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
Mar 12, 2010
5:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
Nov 5, 2007
2:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Independence, KY
0.88″ hail
Jul 15, 2007
12:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
Jun 14, 1998
8:00 PM EST
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Piner, KY
0.75″ hail
May 13, 1998
8:15 PM EST
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Independence, KY
0.75″ hail
May 7, 1986
5:15 PM CST
Hail report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 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.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near Independence, KY

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
12:33 AM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Ssw Visalia, KY
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2025
11:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Branches down on Kieffer Ridge. Photo shared on social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Independence, KY
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2025
11:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Richardson Road and Madison Pike. Photo on social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Independence, KY
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2025
11:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree uprooted in Independence. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Independence, KY
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2025
11:16 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree downed along Independence Station Road. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Independence, KY
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2025
11:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree downed over wooden fencing.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Independence, KY
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2024
8:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Four trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Independence, KY
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limb down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Independence, KY
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
7:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Independence, KY
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2024
9:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down on Independence Road. Time estimated from RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Independence, KY
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2022
11:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES UPROOTED AND LARGE BRANCHES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Independence, KY
UNK mph
May 20, 2022
1:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTS TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY... ESPECIALLY THE SOUTHERN PARTS OF THE COUNTY. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Independence, KY
UNK mph
Oct 16, 2021
3:38 AM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREE LIMBS DOWNED ALONG BANKLICK RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Independence, KY
UNK mph
Apr 9, 2020
3:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES SNAPPED. PART OF BARN BLOWN ONTO ROAD. TREES BLOCKING ROAD. TIME IS WHEN SPOTTER CALLED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Crittenden, KY
UNK mph
Apr 9, 2020
2:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE AND POWERLINES DOWNED ALONG COURTNEY RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Walton, 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 Independence, KY

5 reports
UNK category
Apr 16, 2020
2:42 AM UTC
Tornado report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE TO BARNS AND SIDING... POWER POLES... AND TREES
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SE Walton, KY
EF4 category
Mar 2, 2012
4:24 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down in Grant County at 1623 EST, causing low to mid EF3 damage specifically in the Harvesters Subdivision. This damage occurred at the west end of Barley Circle. Most of the damage in the rest of the subdivision was EF1 to EF2. Based on the damage surveyed, the maximum wind speed of this tornado while in Grant County was estimated at 145 miles per hour. After traveling 1.33 miles on the ground in Grant County, the tornado then crossed into Kenton County at 1624 EST. Immediately as the tornado crossed west to east of Interstate 75, it strengthened to EF4 level. Five single family homes were destroyed down to their foundations in this area, with at least two of these homes having strapping or bolting to their foundations. The EF4 damage continued to the north end of Lexington Pike, where 2 homes and multiple outbuildings were completely destroyed. Both homes were brick structures with foundation bolting or strapping. The EF4 winds continued across Route 25 and ended near the Bagby Road area. At least 2 vehicles were carried, with one carried over 1800 feet. Trees were stripped of nearly all branches, with much of the bark also stripped. All 4 fatalities with this tornado occurred within the area of EF4 damage. As the tornado headed further to the east northeast, high end EF3 damage continued through other properties along Bagby Road, to Carlisle, Parker Grove, and Paxton Roads. Numerous double and single wide homes were destroyed, with both brick and siding structures left with collapsed exterior walls and either all or a large percentage of the roof removed. The tornado continued the east northeast path into southeast Kenton County, to the Licking River near Morning View. Damage in the Morning View area was consistent with EF1 to EF2 damage to near the Campbell County line, where the tornado lifted at 1632 EST after traveling 8.52 miles in Kenton County. Based on the damage surveyed, the maximum wind speed from this tornado while in Kenton County was estimated at 175 miles per hour. This storm produced an earlier tornado in southern Indiana. Debris, possibly from that tornado, was later observed falling from the sky across Boone County, Kentucky.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.29 SW Bracht, KY
F1 category
Apr 9, 1991
1:48 PM EST
Tornado report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
May 2, 1983
2:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Apr 2, 1977
4:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Independence, KY
Kenton County · 49,511 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.

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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Independence, KY area census snapshot

People & households
Population29,024
Households10,115
Housing units10,339
Income
Median household income$98,653
$100k+ households53.2%
$150k+ households23.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached8,747
Attached single-family236
Small multifamily489
Large multifamily776
Mobile homes65
Housing mix
Single-family share84.6%
Attached-home share2.3%
Multifamily share12.2%
Mobile-home share0.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,333
Renter-occupied1,782
Vacant units224
Home value & age
Median home value$240,500
Owner homes $300k+27.5%
Owner homes $500k+5.1%
Owner homes $750k+1.8%
Median year built1999
Older-home share25.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,868
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 58 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Independence, KY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Independence?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Independence, KY is 1.75″. It was reported near Independence, KY on October 19, 2016.

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

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

I am selling a home in Independence — 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 Independence address?

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