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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Orr, MN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Orr, MN from July 1, 1965 through June 12, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
28
Wind Reports
28
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Orr, MN · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 12, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Orr, MN

28 reports
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1.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2024
9:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report via social media with photo.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Buyck, MN
1.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2024
9:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported ping pong ball sized hail on Crane Lake with a severe thunderstorm. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Crane Lake, MN
1.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2024
9:18 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report of ping pong ball sized hail. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Buyck, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2024
9:08 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report of estimated quarter size hail. Time estimated based on time of report and radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NE Cusson, MN
1.75″ hail
Oct 12, 2022
1:38 AM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Gheen, MN
1.00″ hail
May 31, 2022
1:09 AM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT RELAYED BY MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Orr, MN
1.50″ hail
May 31, 2022
1:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: BURST OF LARGE HAIL MIXED WITH WIDESPREAD 3/4 INCH DIAMETER HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Orr, MN
1.00″ hail
Aug 20, 2020
12:21 AM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM CRANE LAKE. DELAYED REPORT. DIME TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES. TIME AND LOCATION ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crane Lake, MN
1.25″ hail
Aug 20, 2020
12:21 AM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTOS WERE RECEIVED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA SHOWING HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL AT A RESORT IN CRANE LAKE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crane Lake, MN
1.00″ hail
Aug 19, 2020
9:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. DIME TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES. TIME AND LOCATION ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crane Lake, MN
1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2018
8:57 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 ENE Gheen, MN
2.00″ hail
Sep 14, 2017
9:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOUTH SIDE OF CRANE LAKE
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Crane Lake, MN
0.75″ hail
Aug 28, 2015
11:07 AM CST-6
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.31 ENE Orr, MN
0.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2015
1:23 AM CST-6
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .83 NE Gheen, MN
0.88″ hail
Jul 5, 2014
11:17 AM CST-6
Hail report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.43 NE Buyck, MN
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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 Orr, MN

28 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 8, 2023
10:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Spotter reports that a tree 12 to 14 inches in diameter was blown over. This tree then fell on a couple of power poles and broke them. Time of wind damage estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Orr, MN
UNK mph
Jun 21, 2022
3:08 AM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 80 FOOT SPRUCE TREE UPROOTED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Gheen, MN
UNK mph
May 31, 2022
1:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SWATH OF TREES ABOUT 30 YARDS ACROSS IS DOWN THROUGH THE WOODS ALONG HIGHWAY 23. OBSERVER REPORTS IT LOOKS LIKE SOMEONE TOOK A HUGE MOWER TO THE FOREST.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Orr, MN
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2021
7:46 AM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: THE TOP OF A WHITE PINE TREE FELL OVER DUE TO STRONG WINDS... WITH ONE OF THE BRANCHES FALLING ONTO AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO A CABIN. HEAVY RAIN ALSO CAUSED WASHOUTS AND EROSION WITH ESTIMATED RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF 1.5 TO 2 INCHES. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. LOCATION APPROXIMATE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Orr, MN
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2019
1:33 AM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DAMAGE WITH THE DAMAGE PATH APPROXIMATELY 200 YARDS WIDE FOR ABOUT A MILE. DOWNED TREES RANGED IN DIAMETER FROM 6 INCHES TO 3 FEET. TREES FELL IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Buyck, MN
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2018
2:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DOZENS OF TREES DOWN ON POWER LINES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Orr, MN
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2018
2:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE LARGE TREES DOWN. RADAR ESTIMATED TIME.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Gheen, MN
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2018
1:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: FEW TREES KNOCKED DOWN ON CRANE LAKE ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Buyck, MN
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2018
12:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL PINE TREES RIPPED UP AT THE ROOTS AND KNOCKED DOWN NEAR ELBOW LAKE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 ENE Gheen, MN
58 mph
Jun 25, 2016
10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MESONET STATION 3 SW ORR /ORBM5/.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Orr, MN
60 mph
Aug 2, 2015
1:23 AM CST-6
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A six inch diameter tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .83 NE Gheen, MN
60 mph
Jul 4, 2011
8:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down across Jansen Road, just north of Gheen. Power was out for about 12 hours.
NWS Wind Report Location: .46 E Gheen, MN
69 mph
Jun 24, 2010
4:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A healthy 3-foot diameter tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Gheen, MN
63 mph
Jul 31, 2006
3:10 PM CST
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A two-foot diameter pine tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Gheen, MN
58 mph
Jul 1, 2006
2:15 AM CST
Wind report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were blown down and power was out for eight hours.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Buyck, MN
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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 Orr, MN

5 reports
UNK category
Jul 18, 2019
1:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SMALL DEBRIS LOFTED BY TORNADO WITH FUNNEL SEEN. TORNADO HEADED EAST TOWARDS ELBOW LAKE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNW Gheen, MN
UNK category
Jul 18, 2019
1:07 AM UTC
Tornado report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED A STORM WITH HEAVY ROTATION AND A TORNADO ON THE GROUND JUST SOUTH OF ORR... NEAR US HIGHWAY 53.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Gheen, MN
F0 category
Aug 22, 1995
8:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touchdown on shore of Moose Lake.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NW Crane Lake, MN
F0 category
Jul 20, 1985
7:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F0 category
Sep 20, 1970
10:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Orr, MN
St. Louis County · 77,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
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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

Orr, MN area census snapshot

People & households
Population391
Households122
Housing units185
Income
Median household income$92,759
$100k+ households59.0%
$150k+ households12.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached109
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily2
Large multifamily73
Mobile homes1
Housing mix
Single-family share58.9%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share40.5%
Mobile-home share0.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied95
Renter-occupied27
Vacant units63
Home value & age
Median home value$88,400
Owner homes $300k+4.2%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1974
Older-home share56.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars115
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 28 hail, 28 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Orr, MN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 12, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Orr?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Orr, MN is 2.00″. It was reported near Crane Lake, MN on September 14, 2017.

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

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

I am selling a home in Orr — 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 Orr address?

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