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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Elk County, PA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Elk County, PA from September 3, 1963 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
24
Wind Reports
207
Tornado Reports
14
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Elk County, PA · 1963–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Elk County

24 reports
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1.50″ hail
Aug 22, 2026
10:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report of hail approximately the size of golf balls in Ridgway.
NWS Hail Report Location: 0 S Ridgway, PA
1.75″ hail
Aug 22, 2026
10:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Multiple pictures of hail submitted on social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 0 Se Ridgway, PA
1.00″ hail
Mar 16, 2025
6:11 PM UTC
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Brockport, PA
1.00″ hail
Apr 14, 2024
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: W3MSB reports quarter-sized hail in Brockport.
NWS Hail Report Location: Brockport, PA
1.75″ hail
May 2, 2012
8:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.25 ENE Ridgway, PA
1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2011
2:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail (1.00 inch) reported at Valley Farmer's Market on Bennetts Valley Highway in Weedville.
NWS Hail Report Location: .98 SSE Weedville, PA
1.00″ hail
Aug 9, 2009
3:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported in St. Marys.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Kaulmont, PA
0.88″ hail
Jul 24, 2008
12:29 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported in Force.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Force, PA
0.88″ hail
Jul 24, 2008
11:43 AM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported about 5 miles west of Ridgway.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Ridgway, PA
0.88″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
1:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel-sized hail near Johnsonburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Johnsonburg, PA
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2008
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported in Brockport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.04 E Cartwright, PA
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2008
1:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported in Glen Hazel.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Johnsonburg, PA
0.75″ hail
Jun 13, 2007
12:57 PM EST-5
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported penny-sized hail in St. Mary's.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Kaulmont, PA
0.88″ hail
Apr 28, 2002
2:10 PM EST
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported in Ridgway.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ridgway, PA
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2000
12:45 PM EST
Hail report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: St Marys, PA
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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 Elk County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
1:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down over road at the block of 6100.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Brandy Camp, PA
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
11:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires near Weedville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nne Force, PA
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
10:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees on wires in Ridgway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Ridgway, PA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires on Little Dents Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Benezette, PA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
7:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires on South St. Marys Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Saint Marys, PA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
6:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires along Vine Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Saint Marys, PA
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires on Owls Nest Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Medix Run, PA
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
11:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Hickory Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Saint Marys, PA
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down blocking the intersection of Hall St and John St.
NWS Wind Report Location: Saint Marys, PA
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
10:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on wires at a residence on North St. Marys Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Saint Marys, PA
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2026
6:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from James City. Trees down in northern Highland Township. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: James City, PA
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2026
6:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in northern Highland Township. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: James City, PA
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2026
5:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in northern Highland Township. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: James City, PA
UNK mph
Apr 16, 2026
1:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down on cars on Redwood Avenue.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Force, PA
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2025
4:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in Spring Creek Twp.
NWS Wind Report Location: Portland Mills, PA
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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 Elk County

14 reports
UNK category
Mar 16, 2025
6:22 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado downed hundreds of trees in a 0.5 mi swath near North Fork Rd in St Marys. Max winds est 100 mph. Path width 200 yds.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 ESE East Branch Dam, PA
UNK category
Oct 16, 2021
12:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** EF-1 TORNADO CONFIRMED IN MILLSTONE TWP WITH EST WIND 90 MPH. SEVERAL TREES DOWN OR UPROOTED ON RIVER RD. THE TORNADO WAS ON THE GROUND FOR ABOUT 1 MINUTE... TRAVELING 0.64 MILE. PATH WIDTH 260 YDS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 W Portland Mills, PA
UNK category
May 4, 2021
6:51 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: PHOTOS SHOW SEVERAL TRESS SNAPPED OR UPROOTED ALONG OLD BYRNEDALE RD AND ROUTE 255 FROM A TORNADO THAT BRIEFLY TOUCHED DOWN WITH WIND EST 90 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNW Force, PA
UNK category
Oct 2, 2018
9:05 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-0 TORNADO CONFIRMED IN ELK COUNTY. SEVERAL TREES DOWN NEAR TOBY RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Toby, PA
UNK category
May 1, 2017
8:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN EF1 TORNADO WITH MAXIMUM WINDS OF APPROXIMATELY 110 MPH WAS CONFIRMED BY A NWS SURVEY.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Dahoga, PA
EF1 category
Aug 9, 2009
3:58 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service in State College confirmed EF1 tornado damage near Tyler in northern Clearfield County, with maximum wind speeds between 95 and 100 mph. The tornado touched down just north of Scattertown in Elk County and moved south crossing into Clearfield County, before lifting about one-half mile south of Tyler. One home in Tyler sustained minor damage with about two dozen trees knocked down in the tornado path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .63 W Force, PA
EF1 category
Jul 26, 2009
5:21 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak EF1 tornado was confirmed in a mainly rural area just north of St. Marys. Much of the tornado was classified in the EF0 range. The tornado was on the ground for about 1.25 miles mainly over a wooded area. The tornado snapped off or toppled about 20 to 30 trees. A corn field was also damaged. A gutter and chimney were damaged on two homes near the end of the tornado track on Siecker Road. The maximum wind speed was estimated near 90 mph. No injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.37 SSE Ketner, PA
F1 category
Aug 19, 2001
3:05 PM EST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey team confirmed an F1 tornado touched down in Elk County. The tornado first touched down in Forest County, then crossed into Elk County. Damage was sporadic, with the initial touchdown in Elk county near the town of Highland. Sporadic damage between the towns of Highland and Nassen included 25 trees which were knocked down, and several more tree tops that were snapped off. The path length of the tornado in Elk county was about 5 miles (the entire tornado path length including Forest and Elk counties was 10 miles). The width was 100 yards. Nickle size hail was also reported between Highland and Nassen. No injuries or fatalities occurred.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Highland Corners, PA
F1 category
Jun 20, 2001
7:14 PM EST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F1 tornado touched down in the town of Brockport. Many large trees were uprooted or snapped off. The tornado touched down at Shawmut Road, traveling southeast until it lifted near Route 153, near Cross Road. No injuries or deaths.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Brockport, PA
F1 category
May 31, 1998
6:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F1 tornado touched down near Kings Airfield on Grant Road about 5 miles north of Ridgway on Friday evening of May 31st. The storm moved northeast, crossing Route 948 before lifting off the ground. Damage was mostly to trees and farmland. Trees were also damaged by straight line winds in St. Mary's and Ridgway.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Johnsonburg, PA
F0 category
May 31, 1998
6:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado touched down just east of Route 948, 2 miles north of Ridgway just west of Moon Creek. Less than a dozen trees were blown over or damaged next to a warehouse.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Ridgway, PA
F4 category
May 31, 1985
6:24 PM CST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, PA
F2 category
May 31, 1985
4:54 PM CST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, PA
F3 category
Sep 3, 1963
12:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Elk County, PA
Elk County · 13,693 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, PA
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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 · County

Elk County, PA area census snapshot

People & households
Population30,703
Households13,481
Housing units16,876
Income
Median household income$64,103
$100k+ households38.2%
$150k+ households10.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached13,693
Attached single-family219
Small multifamily1,388
Large multifamily503
Mobile homes1,066
Housing mix
Single-family share81.1%
Attached-home share1.3%
Multifamily share11.2%
Mobile-home share6.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied10,631
Renter-occupied2,850
Vacant units3,395
Home value & age
Median home value$128,600
Owner homes $300k+11.5%
Owner homes $500k+2.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1961
Older-home share73.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars12,569
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 24 hail, 207 wind, and 14 tornado reports in Elk County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Elk County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Elk County is 1.75″. It was reported near Ridgway, PA on August 22, 2026.

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

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

I am selling a home in Elk 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 Elk County address?

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