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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near River Road, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near River Road, NC from March 14, 1975 through June 23, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
24
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  River Road, NC · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 23, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near River Road, NC

11 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 15, 2025
11:52 PM UTC
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The hail fell several miles east of Blounts Creek.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Cox Crossing, NC
1.50″ hail
Jun 3, 2022
9:50 PM UTC
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC SENT PICTURES OF QUARTER TO PING PONG BALL SIZED HAIL. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Goose Creek State P, NC
1.75″ hail
May 13, 2019
7:48 PM UTC
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER SENT US A PICTURE SHOWING THE ACTUAL HAIL SIZE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Cox Crossing, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 26, 2009
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail reported and several tress blown down in the Gillead Shores area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.31 ESE Mc Connell, NC
0.75″ hail
May 4, 2009
3:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.82 NNW Blounts Creek Statio, NC
1.75″ hail
Oct 1, 2008
1:58 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NW Blounts Creek Statio, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 22, 2008
12:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail reported on Highway 33 South.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NW Blounts Creek Statio, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2008
2:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSW Bunyan, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2008
2:27 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSW Bunyan, NC
0.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2008
2:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSW Bunyan, NC
1.75″ hail
May 17, 1976
12:40 PM CST
Hail report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, NC
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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 River Road, NC

24 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
7:32 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tideland EMC reports many power outages in the Blounts Creek area due to trees and powerlines down damaging equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Cox Crossing, NC
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:16 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Beaufort County 911 center reported a tree down near the intersection of Asbury Church Road and Magnolia School Road. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Bunyan, NC
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
4:15 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 14x40 shed was moved 40-50 ft and had its windows blown out and roof caved in.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Cox Crossing, NC
UNK mph
Jul 25, 2024
2:03 AM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Tideland EMC reported a tree down on powerlines along River Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW River Road, NC
UNK mph
May 10, 2024
9:47 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: over 1...000 power outages reported near Blounts creek.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Cox Crossing, NC
UNK mph
Jan 11, 2024
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tideland EMC reported trees on powerlines on Ephesus Church Rd. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S River Road, NC
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2023
9:04 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and limbs down on ground across Roanoke Christian Camp damaging playground equipment. Time of damage estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW River Road, NC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2023
4:50 AM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Over 3000 power outages in Beaufort County... focused southeast of Chocowinity along Highway 33. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SW River Road, NC
UNK mph
May 9, 2023
9:36 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON BROAD CREEK ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E River Road, NC
UNK mph
Jun 3, 2022
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE DOWNED TREES BEHIND A RESIDENCE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Goose Creek State P, NC
UNK mph
May 16, 2022
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE BRANCHES DOWNED AND A FEW ROTTED TREES SNAPPED. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Bunyan, NC
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2019
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SHINGLES BLOWN OFF A ROOF. REPORT MADE VIA MPING.
NWS Wind Report Location: River Road, NC
UNK mph
May 30, 2019
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 TELEPHONE POLES SNAPPED NEAR THE BASE... LARGE TREE BRANCHES DOWN. PICTURE SENT TO US BY TIDELAND ELECTRIC.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Bunyan, NC
UNK mph
Nov 15, 2018
9:00 AM UTC
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED A SWING SET AND GAZEBO DESTROYED BY WINDS OFF RIVER RD. NEAR WASHINGTON. REPORTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW River Road, NC
58 mph
Jun 6, 2015
3:36 PM EST-5
Wind report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong winds blew down trees and power lines along Down Shore Road near Blounts Creek. A boat was also overturned by the strong winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: .89 NW Blounts Creek Statio, NC
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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 River Road, NC

4 reports
EF0 category
Jul 17, 2009
7:12 PM EST-5
Tornado report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado moved southeast from near the intersection of Swan Point Road and River Road, for about one mile, to the Pamlico River in southeastern Beaufort county. Twenty five homes were damaged with trees and power lines down. Damage was estimated at 58 thousand dollars. No deaths or injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.64 S Bunyan, NC
EF0 category
Apr 11, 2009
1:40 AM EST-5
Tornado report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado with winds estimated up to 85 mph briefly touched down northeast of Washington. The tornado touched down near the 4000 block of Slatestone Road and produced minor damage to several homes. One home had considerable damage to its roof. A vehicle had its windshield blown out.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .74 NW Alligoods, NC
EF0 category
Apr 20, 2008
2:45 PM EST-5
Tornado report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touchdown reported just southeast of Washington.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.49 SSW Bunyan, NC
F2 category
Mar 14, 1975
12:45 PM CST
Tornado report for River Road, NC
Beaufort County · 16,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
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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

River Road, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,518
Households1,635
Housing units2,016
Income
Median household income$47,978
$100k+ households26.5%
$150k+ households4.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,197
Attached single-family17
Small multifamily127
Large multifamily26
Mobile homes637
Housing mix
Single-family share59.4%
Attached-home share0.8%
Multifamily share7.6%
Mobile-home share31.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,118
Renter-occupied517
Vacant units381
Home value & age
Median home value$187,700
Owner homes $300k+23.3%
Owner homes $500k+12.2%
Owner homes $750k+6.0%
Median year built1979
Older-home share53.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,603
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 11 hail, 24 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near River Road, NC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 23, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in River Road?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near River Road, NC is 1.75″. It was reported near Cox Crossing, NC on May 15, 2025.

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

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

I am selling a home in River Road — 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 River Road address?

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