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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Ridgeville, SC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Ridgeville, SC from June 23, 1977 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 29472 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
28
Wind Reports
101
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Ridgeville, SC · 1977–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Ridgeville, SC

28 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2019
7:31 PM UTC
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ALONG OLD BEECH HILL ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Givhans, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2019
7:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED NEAR GIVHANS FERRY STATE PARK.
NWS Hail Report Location: Givhans, SC
2.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2012
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Givhans Fire Department reported hail to the size of baseballs and wind gusts to 50 miles per hour.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Givhans, SC
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2012
5:44 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dorchester County 911 relayed a report from a firefighter of dime to quarter size hail and gusty winds.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.35 WSW Ridgeville, SC
0.75″ hail
May 10, 2009
3:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny size hail 2 miles northwest of Givhans, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.87 WNW Givhans, SC
0.88″ hail
May 10, 2009
3:09 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel size hail at Givhans Ferry State Park in South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.54 W Givhans, SC
0.75″ hail
Jul 21, 2008
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained weather spotter reported penny size hail in Dorchester, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NW Dorchester, SC
0.75″ hail
Jul 4, 2008
3:37 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to penny size hail was reported by the public on Ridgeville Road near Ridgeville, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeville, SC
0.88″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
3:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported by a trained weather spotter 2 miles east-southeast of Dorchester, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.16 E Dorchester, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
3:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained weather spotter reported quarter size hail in Ridgeville, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeville, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
3:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported golf ball size hail in Ridgeville, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
3:23 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter size hail in Ridgeville, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ridgeville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
3:13 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter size hail in Givhans, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Givhans, SC
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2008
5:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator reported quarter size hail and 3 to 4 inch diameter trees being snapped at the base of the trunk in Givhans, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Givhans, SC
1.75″ hail
May 20, 2008
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported in Givhans, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Givhans, SC
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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 Ridgeville, SC

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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported a tree down along I-26 Eastbound. This was due to outflow. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ne Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
10:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: South Carolina highway patrol reported a tree down on Rogers Branch Rd near School St. Likely due to thunderstorm outflow.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Ridgeville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported that a tree fell down on a transformer and caught on fire on the 300 block of Summerset Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Knightsville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking the road near the intersection of Wire Road and Givhans Ferry Road. Time estimated by radar... with outflow boundary followed by a thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Givhans, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
9:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM reported a tree down on Campbell Road near Highway 61. Time estimated from radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Givhans, SC
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2025
4:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on a powerline in the 100 block of Pendarvis Circle. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2024
3:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported 1 tree blocking roadway in 200 block of Salem Road... and a few large branches down on roadway in that area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
5:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dorchester County Warning Point reported a tree down across Eagle Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Givhans, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
9:37 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree down along Carter Rd near the entrance of the Carolina Bay neighborhood.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Ridgeville, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
9:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Horseford Rd and Haven Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Ridgeville, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
9:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree down on the 1300 block of Zion Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2023
2:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 Inj *** Dorchester County Emergency Manager reported a downed tree and power lines which fell in the roadway at the intersection of Wire Rd and Zion Rd. Two vehicles collided with the downed tree and 1 person was injured.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2022
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR CAMPBELL THICKET ROAD AND SOUTH RAILROAD AVENUE DUE TO THUNDERSTORM OUTFLOW.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Ridgeville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2022
7:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE REPORTED DOWN ALONG HALFWAY CREEK LANE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
12:48 AM UTC
Wind report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE REPORTED DOWN ON BATES BRANCH ROAD AT BREWER ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Jedburg, SC
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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 Ridgeville, SC

3 reports
UNK category
Apr 18, 2020
11:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DAMAGE SURVEY TEAM HAS CONFIRMED AN EF-1 TORNADO NEAR GIVHANS. THE TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NEAR ROUTE 61 AND DAMAGED TREES ALONG A 2.29 MILE PATH. PLEASE SEE THE PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT (PNS) REGARDING THIS TORNADO FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 WNW Givhans, SC
EF1 category
Mar 15, 2008
7:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 Tornado was confirmed by a storm survey conducted by the Charleston, South Carolina National Weather Service Office. The Tornado touched down north of Ridgeville, South Carolina at the Carters fast stop gas station, and traveled 2.2 miles before lifting. The maximum width of the tornado was determined to be 40 yards. Roof panels were stripped from the Canopy at the Carters fast stop gas station, two mobile homes were damaged with one shifted 5 feet off its foundation and another having its windows and doors blown out. Additionally, a car was moved approximately 50 feet. The estimated maximum sustained winds in this EF1 Tornado were estimated to be between 100 and 110 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .69 N Ridgeville, SC
F0 category
May 4, 2002
7:55 PM EST
Tornado report for Ridgeville, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touch down in a wooded area several small trees were pushed over and some small limbs were twisted off.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Ridgeville, SC
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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

Ridgeville, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,591
Households225
Housing units255
Income
Median household income$56,134
$100k+ households19.1%
$150k+ households5.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached172
Attached single-family4
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes79
Housing mix
Single-family share67.5%
Attached-home share1.6%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share31.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied184
Renter-occupied41
Vacant units30
Home value & age
Median home value$183,500
Owner homes $300k+13.0%
Owner homes $500k+6.0%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1977
Older-home share62.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars218
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 28 hail, 101 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Ridgeville, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Ridgeville?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Ridgeville, SC is 2.75″. It was reported near .69 S Givhans, SC on August 2, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Ridgeville — 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 Ridgeville address?

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