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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Wedgefield, SC from May 15, 1967 through July 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
5
Wind Reports
17
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Wedgefield, SC · 1967–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Wedgefield, SC

5 reports
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0.88″ hail
May 17, 2012
2:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel size hail in Wedgefield.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Wedgefield, SC
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2012
7:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel to quarter size hail that partially covered the ground on Tiverton Church Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 SSW Wedgefield, SC
0.75″ hail
Nov 14, 2008
7:14 AM EST-5
Hail report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Postal employee reported reported penny size hail just outside of Wedgefield on her way to work.
NWS Hail Report Location: WSW Wedgefield, SC
0.88″ hail
Aug 7, 2008
5:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Park Service reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.97 SSW Wedgefield, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 28, 2008
2:01 PM EST-5
Hail report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported penny size hail on hwy 261.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Wedgefield, 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 Wedgefield, SC

17 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 6, 2026
6:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at the SC Forestry Commission location at 6740 Headquarters Rd. Reported by SC Forestry personnel. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2025
1:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Sumter Fire Dept reported a tree on power lines at the intersection of Hwy 261 and Mine Hill Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Manchester State Forest Ranger reported a couple of trees down between Hwy. 261 and Headquarters Road. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2022
5:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MANCHESTER STATE FOREST PERSONNEL REPORTED A TREE DOWN ON A POWER LINE ON EVANWOOD LANE. POWER WAS KNOCKED OUT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SCHP REPORTED TREES DOWN ON BURNT GIN ROAD AT SC 261.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2019
8:54 AM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 3 SSW WEDGEWOOD. HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTED TREES DOWN OLD CHARLESTON RD X BELLES MILL CIRCLE X PASTURE RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2019
6:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 1 D. SCHP AND AMATEUR RADIO REPORTS AT SC HIGHWAY 261 AND WEDGEFIELD UR RADIO REPORTS TREE DOWN ON A IS LOCATION... WITH ADDITIONAL ALONG A MILE-LONG STRETCH OF HWY STIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Wedgewood, SC
UNK mph
May 29, 2017
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SCHP REPORTS TREES DOWN SC-261 AND BELLES MILL RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Wedgewood, SC
63 mph
Jun 21, 2014
5:39 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Sheriff reported trees down on SC Hwy 261 and Wedgefield Roads.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Wedgefield, SC
69 mph
May 11, 2011
1:40 AM EST-5
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Sheriff dispatch reported trees down at Highway 378 and Highway 261 and also along Highway 261 to Wedgefield. The Sumter Newspaper also reported around 80 trees snapped off on San Souci Farms near Statesburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: .82 N Wedgefield, SC
58 mph
May 11, 2011
1:22 AM EST-5
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Spotter reported large limbs down at Hwy. 441 and Hwy. 378 and also 1 to 2 miles south of the same intersection.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.85 NE Wedgefield, SC
63 mph
Jul 6, 2009
4:10 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Poinsette State Park reported several trees down in the park.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.17 SSW Wedgefield, SC
75 mph
Jun 30, 2007
7:06 PM EST-5
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Sheriff reported two mobile homes had moderate damage, a tree was on a house, and a porch was blown off another house.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Wedgefield, SC
75 mph
May 21, 2006
3:55 PM EST
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Sheriff reported trees and powerlines down in Wedgefield.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wedgefield, SC
69 mph
May 20, 2005
3:12 PM EST
Wind report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM reported trees down between Wedgefield and Pinewood.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wedgefield, 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 Wedgefield, SC

3 reports
F0 category
Jul 21, 1979
7:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
Sep 12, 1971
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
F1 category
May 15, 1967
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Wedgefield, SC
Sumter County · 31,806 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Wedgefield, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,480
Households682
Housing units742
Income
Median household income$41,662
$100k+ households11.1%
$150k+ households1.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached193
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes549
Housing mix
Single-family share26.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share74.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied504
Renter-occupied178
Vacant units60
Home value & age
Median home value$50,500
Owner homes $300k+9.7%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1991
Older-home share19.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars647
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 5 hail, 17 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Wedgefield, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Wedgefield?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Wedgefield, SC is 1.00″. It was reported near Wedgefield, SC on May 15, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Wedgefield — 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 Wedgefield address?

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