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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Erie County, OH

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Erie County, OH from August 22, 1959 through September 9, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 44870 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
106
Wind Reports
302
Tornado Reports
14
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Erie County, OH · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 9, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Erie County

30 reports
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1.75″ hail
Aug 12, 2023
5:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported golf ball sized hail and 80 mph winds near the intersection of Route 2 and Route 4. He also reported windows blown out and TV antenna blown down at his home.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Sandusky South, OH
1.75″ hail
Aug 12, 2023
5:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail reported by trained weather spotter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ESE Castalia, OH
1.00″ hail
Oct 23, 2020
10:28 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Huron, OH
1.00″ hail
Oct 23, 2020
7:37 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Huron, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 26, 2018
10:17 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Sandusky, OH
1.00″ hail
Aug 21, 2017
8:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HALF INCH TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Huron, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 16, 2017
10:24 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sandusky, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 16, 2017
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bay View, OH
1.00″ hail
Jun 22, 2015
4:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter size hail and a rotating wall cloud.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Huron Arpt, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 30, 2014
2:36 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sandusky, OH
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2014
8:09 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Amateur Radio reported penny to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 N Weyers, OH
1.50″ hail
May 21, 2014
7:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SW Pakertown, OH
0.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2014
8:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained weather spotter reported penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .31 ENE Vermilion, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2013
1:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Milan, OH
0.75″ hail
Jul 10, 2013
1:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: .34 ENE Avery, OH
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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 Erie County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 9, 2026
7:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large section of a tree and utility line down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Huron, OH
UNK mph
Sep 3, 2026
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large limbs down in Milan.
NWS Wind Report Location: Milan, OH
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
8:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree and numerous large limbs were snapped near the intersection of US-6 and Barnes Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Vermilion, OH
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
8:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: -delayed report- photos on social media of damage to several trees_ including trees and large limbs snapped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Vermilion, OH
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
4:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree limb down on Smokey Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nne Berlin Heights, OH
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
4:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down into wires. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sse Sandusky South, OH
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Barn roof blown off/collapsed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Bay View, OH
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down onto the roof of a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bay View, OH
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
11:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Milan, OH
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2026
11:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires down at 2nd and Ontario Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Sandusky, OH
66 mph
Jul 3, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: delayed report - Mesonet station XSDB 2 NNE Sandusky.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Sandusky, OH
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
6:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large tree limbs down along with power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SW Vermilion, OH
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
6:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: power poles downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Berlin Heights, OH
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
6:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in downtown Huron.
NWS Wind Report Location: Huron, OH
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large maple tree down. Recorded 49 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Sandusky South, OH
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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 Erie County

14 reports
UNK category
Aug 29, 2023
3:45 AM UTC
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Corrects previous tornado report from 6 NNE Berlin Heights. An EF1 tornado has been confirmed in northeast Erie County OH. The tornado uprooted trees and broke off large tree limbs. Several limbs fell onto homes. One large limb partially destroyed a home near Mari-Dor Beach Cottages. The tornado tracked southeast into a rural area and lifted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 NNE Berlin Heights, OH
UNK category
Aug 25, 2023
4:47 AM UTC
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado has been confirmed in northeast Erie County OH. The tornado uprooted trees and broke off large tree limbs. Several limbs fell onto homes. One large limb partially destroyed a home near Mari-Dor Beach Cottages. The tornado tracked southeast into a rural area and lifted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 NNE Berlin Heights, OH
UNK category
Nov 5, 2017
7:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTS DAMAGE TO HOMES AND POWERLINES NEAR MASON ROAD IN PERKINS TOWNSHIP.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Bloomingville, OH
UNK category
Nov 5, 2017
7:38 PM UTC
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTS DAMAGE TO HOMES AND POWERLINES NEAR MASON ROAD IN PERKINS TOWNSHIP.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Bloomingville, OH
F1 category
Nov 10, 2002
5:50 PM EST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado moved into Erie County from Huron County to the southeast of Kimball near the intersection of Section Line Road and State Route 113. The tornado continued east northeast in the county for around five miles and dissipated north of Milan near the intersection of U.S. Highway 250 and State Route 13. Several high voltage transmission poles were toppled by the tornado in Milan Township. A few homes sustained minor damage and several barns were destroyed. Many trees were downed along the damage path which was generally 25 to 50 yards in width.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Kimball, OH
F2 category
Sep 20, 2000
7:07 PM EST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down north of Monroeville in Huron County and traveled east along State Route 113 into southern Erie County. The tornado dissipated near the corner of Higbee and Livengood Roads after destroying a farm house. The destroyed house was ripped from its foundation, moved 40 feet and knocked over. A second house and a small barn were also slightly damaged. The tornado traveled approximately one mile in Erie County and had a damage path about 100 yards wide. Debris from the homes was thrown well outside the damage path which was clearly visible through corn fields. Ears of corn were shucked, apparently by the tornado and some ears had many kernels removed. Several dozen trees were downed along the damage path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Milan, OH
F0 category
Jun 30, 1998
1:15 PM EST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down without doing any damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Sandusky, OH
F0 category
Apr 12, 1996
4:50 PM EST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bellevue, OH
F2 category
Jul 12, 1992
5:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
Mar 28, 1985
6:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
Jun 30, 1977
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F0 category
Sep 26, 1970
1:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
UNK category
Apr 5, 1961
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F0 category
Aug 22, 1959
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Erie County, OH
Erie County · 28,208 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
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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 · County

Erie County, OH area census snapshot

People & households
Population74,938
Households32,122
Housing units38,400
Income
Median household income$68,431
$100k+ households39.4%
$150k+ households15.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached28,208
Attached single-family1,817
Small multifamily4,650
Large multifamily2,676
Mobile homes1,049
Housing mix
Single-family share73.5%
Attached-home share4.7%
Multifamily share19.1%
Mobile-home share2.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied22,838
Renter-occupied9,284
Vacant units6,278
Home value & age
Median home value$183,900
Owner homes $300k+20.1%
Owner homes $500k+6.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.9%
Median year built1966
Older-home share71.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars29,980
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Erie County

44870 165
Sandusky, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44857 117
Norwalk, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44811 81
Bellevue, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44839 75
Huron, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44089 67
Vermilion, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44889 52
Birmingham, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44847 48
Monroeville, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44846 39
Milan, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44824 34
Castalia, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44814 22
Berlin Heights, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
43464 19
Vickery, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
44826 16
Collins, OH Hail, wind & tornado reports
43438 12
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 106 hail, 302 wind, and 14 tornado reports in Erie County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 9, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Erie County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Erie County is 2.00″. It was reported near Columbus Park, OH on August 9, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Erie County — 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 Erie County address?

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