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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Alfred, ME

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Alfred, ME from June 14, 1983 through September 15, 2021, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
24
Wind Reports
36
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Alfred, ME · 1983–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 15, 2021

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Alfred, ME

24 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2020
6:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Shapleigh, ME
2.50″ hail
Aug 4, 2015
3:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced 2.5 inch hail in Waterboro Center.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.47 SSW Waterboro Center, ME
0.75″ hail
Aug 19, 2011
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A thunderstorm produced 0.75 inch hail in Acton.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 E Acton, ME
0.75″ hail
Jul 26, 2011
4:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail in Acton.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 E Acton, ME
1.75″ hail
Jun 26, 2009
2:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced 1.75 inch hail in Acton.
NWS Hail Report Location: .85 NE Acton, ME
1.00″ hail
Aug 16, 2008
3:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced multiple reports of 1 inch hail in Shapleigh.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Shapleigh, ME
0.75″ hail
Aug 10, 2008
1:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail in Shapleigh.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Shapleigh, ME
0.75″ hail
Jul 18, 2008
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail in Acton.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 E Acton, ME
0.75″ hail
Sep 27, 2007
7:30 AM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail in Alfred.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Alfred, ME
0.75″ hail
Sep 27, 2007
7:13 AM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail in Shapleigh.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Shapleigh, ME
0.75″ hail
Jul 6, 2007
11:10 AM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced .75 inch hail 5 miles east of Alfred.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Alfred, ME
0.75″ hail
Dec 1, 2006
8:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail was reported by the public in Shapleigh.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Shapleigh, ME
0.75″ hail
Jun 20, 2006
7:20 PM EST
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Waterboro, ME
0.75″ hail
Jun 20, 2006
7:04 PM EST
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail
NWS Hail Report Location: Shapleigh, ME
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2001
3:14 PM EST
Hail report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waterboro, ME
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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 Alfred, ME

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 15, 2021
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POLE AND WIRE DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shapleigh, ME
UNK mph
Sep 15, 2021
9:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE ON WIRES. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Acton, ME
UNK mph
May 26, 2021
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WEST ROAD CLOSED DUE TO TREES ON ROADWAY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Waterboro, ME
UNK mph
May 26, 2021
10:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN ON OSSIPEE HILL RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Waterboro, ME
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2020
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS TIME OF PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM WATERBORO. REPORTS OF DOWNED TREES BLOCKING ROADWAYS IN THE WATERBORO AREA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waterboro, ME
UNK mph
Jul 14, 2020
12:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON HOUSES. REPORTED AT NEW DAM ROAD SANFORD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Alfred, ME
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2020
6:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON POOR FARM AND SHORE ROADS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR. DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Goodwins Mills, ME
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2020
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: FIRE DEPT REPORTS TREES AND WIRES DOWN IN TOWN OF ACTON. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Acton, ME
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2020
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: FIRE DEPT REPORTS TREES AND WIRES DOWN ON BACK RD IN SHAPLEIGH. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Shapleigh, ME
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2020
6:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Waterboro, ME
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2020
6:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA IMAGES OF LARGE PINE TREE DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Acton, ME
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2019
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Shapleigh, ME
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2019
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Acton, ME
UNK mph
Aug 23, 2017
3:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN ON GORE ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Alfred, ME
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2016
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON POWER LINES
NWS Wind Report Location: Waterboro, ME
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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 Alfred, ME

2 reports
EF1 category
Jul 21, 2010
6:24 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down between Back and Walnut Hill Roads in Shapleigh and moved east into Alfred before lifting off the ground on the east side of Back Road in Alfred. The E-F1 tornado was estimated to have maximum winds of 90 mph and cut a path about 5.4 miles in length and up to 200 yards wide. Damage from the tornado was observed across or near Stone Haven Hill Road and Walnut Hill Road in Shapleigh...and Gebung, Bracket Hill, Gore, Rt 202, Cranberry Meadows and Back Roads in Alfred. The tornado downed hundreds of trees along its path and falling trees knocked down utility lines and snapped power poles in the path. Several structures were also damaged by falling trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.07 E Emery Mills, ME
F1 category
Aug 7, 1986
3:20 PM EDT
Tornado report for Alfred, ME
York County · 79,647 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, ME
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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

Alfred, ME area census snapshot

People & households
Population696
Households319
Housing units373
Income
Median household income$32,476
$100k+ households19.1%
$150k+ households19.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached211
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily153
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes9
Housing mix
Single-family share56.6%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share41.0%
Mobile-home share2.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied158
Renter-occupied161
Vacant units54
Home value & age
Median home value$359,800
Owner homes $300k+81.0%
Owner homes $500k+5.1%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1970
Older-home share66.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars269
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 24 hail, 36 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Alfred, ME, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 15, 2021.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Alfred?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Alfred, ME is 2.50″. It was reported near Waterboro Center, ME on August 4, 2015.

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

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

I am selling a home in Alfred — 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 Alfred address?

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