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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near McDonald, TN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near McDonald, TN from November 22, 1992 through August 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
5
Wind Reports
12
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  McDonald, TN · 1992–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near McDonald, TN

5 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
7:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported near McDonald.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 ESE Mc Donald, TN
0.75″ hail
May 10, 2005
6:35 PM EST
Hail report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Mc Donald, TN
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
3:30 PM EST
Hail report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Donald, TN
0.75″ hail
May 7, 1999
4:20 PM EST
Hail report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Donald, TN
0.75″ hail
Mar 6, 1996
4:45 PM EST
Hail report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mc Donald, TN
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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 McDonald, TN

12 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
12:15 AM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Down trees and powerlines along South Lee Highway. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ene Mcdonald, TN
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
7:47 AM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Mcdonald, TN
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
2:10 AM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Mcdonald, TN
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2023
8:38 PM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report from mPING: 3-inch tree limbs broken; Power poles broken. Trees uprooted or snapped. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Mcdonald, TN
UNK mph
May 20, 2018
8:51 PM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ALONG HWY 64 NEAR HAMILTON COUNTY LINE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Mcdonald, TN
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2017
10:12 PM UTC
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN SOUTH MCDONALD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mcdonald, TN
58 mph
Sep 16, 2010
7:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines were reported down on Old Alabama Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: .57 W Cecilton, TN
63 mph
Apr 10, 2009
4:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement personnel reported a few trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm winds in the Mineral Park area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.33 ESE Mineral Park, TN
69 mph
Mar 27, 2005
7:05 PM EST
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Mc Donald, TN
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2002
5:45 PM EST
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Donald, TN
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2001
5:25 PM EST
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Donald, TN
UNK mph
Nov 22, 1992
10:00 AM PST
Wind report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, TN
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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 McDonald, TN

4 reports
EF2 category
Mar 2, 2012
12:53 PM EST-5
Tornado report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Harrison Tornado - Segment #2. The Harrison Tornado entered western Bradley County near the saddlepoint along a ridgeline named Mahan Gap. It roughly followed Harrison Pike ENE for about 4 miles, until the highway turned off to the south. The tornado continued into the northern parts of the city of Cleveland and then across the remainder of the county into Polk County. ||The tornado was near its strongest in the first mile or two into Bradley County where it downed vast swaths of trees along the highway. The maximum estimated winds were 130 MPH, making it a high EF2 at its peak. This area was very rugged with no houses near the county line.||Overall there were 46 houses that were damaged, included 5 destroyed, and 11 with major damage, as well as 41 other homes that were affected. Two businesses and three barns were destroyed. Overall monetary damages totaled $3.2 Million damage to homes, $640K to business, and $300K to Utilities, totaling to almost $4 Million. There were 7 injuries; all treated and released.||The last few miles in Bradley County the tornado weakened to EF1 and then to a minimal EF0 as it crossed the Hiwassee River into Polk County.||Note: this tornado had the following turns: slightly to the left at 35.2002/-84.8521 and sharper to the right (almost due east) at 35.2265/-84.8051, then continued to the county line.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .55 SSW Baugh Spg, TN
EF4 category
Apr 27, 2011
7:34 PM EST-5
Tornado report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Ringgold-Apison Tornado. This tornado touched down in north Georgia and tracked northeast into Hamilton County, Tennessee, and then into Bradley County. In Bradley County, the max intensity still caused EF4 damage with the max wind extimated at 170 mph and did extensive damage to many homes and businesses. An additional 4 people were killed by the tornado in Bradley County in the Blue Springs Community. The fatalities included a 42 year old women from Wisconsin visiting her son in the Blue Springs community as well as the 3 month old boy in the same house she was trying to protect. In addition, a 40 year old women died in her home. Also, a 67 year old woman died in her home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.38 SSE Pine Hill, TN
EF1 category
Apr 27, 2011
2:07 PM EST-5
Tornado report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Ooltewah-to-Cleveland Tornado. An EF1 tornado continued its path to the northeast from Hamilton county almost parallel to I-75 into western Bradley County. The tornado path showed a slight right bend at near 35.140N/84.993W, then continued to the northeast into the north side of Cleveland. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees and slightly to moderately damaged several roofs throughout its path. A 56 year old man was killed due to flying debris and trees landing on the vehicle he was driving.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.19 W Mc Donald, TN
F1 category
Apr 16, 1998
11:20 PM EST
Tornado report for McDonald, TN
Bradley County · 31,747 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Cleveland, TN
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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

McDonald, TN area census snapshot

People & households
Population541
Households247
Housing units247
Income
Median household income$56,492
$100k+ households40.9%
$150k+ households12.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached242
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes5
Housing mix
Single-family share98.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share2.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied207
Renter-occupied40
Vacant units0
Home value & age
Median home value$180,900
Owner homes $300k+18.8%
Owner homes $500k+12.1%
Owner homes $750k+5.8%
Median year built1953
Older-home share67.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars207
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 5 hail, 12 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near McDonald, TN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in McDonald?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near McDonald, TN is 1.00″. It was reported near Mc Donald, TN on March 2, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in McDonald — 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 McDonald address?

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