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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Lake Cherokee, TX

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Lake Cherokee, TX from May 14, 1976 through July 8, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
19
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lake Cherokee, TX · 1976–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 8, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Lake Cherokee, TX

11 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 29, 2020
6:32 AM UTC
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Lakeport, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2020
1:15 AM UTC
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL REPORTED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF COUNTY ROAD 2118 AND COUNTY ROAD 2121.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Lakeport, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 12, 2020
1:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED 2 MILES SOUTH OF GREGG COUNTY AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Lakeport, TX
0.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2012
1:58 PM CST-6
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A mortgage company just northwest of Stewart reported dime to penny sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NW Stewart, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2012
1:52 PM CST-6
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A convenience store near Chalk Hill reported nickel to quarter sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.17 E Chalk Hill, TX
0.75″ hail
Sep 27, 2007
1:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell in the community of Oak Hill.
NWS Hail Report Location: S Oak Hill, TX
0.75″ hail
Oct 17, 1996
6:13 PM CST
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Oak Hill, TX
0.75″ hail
May 13, 1996
4:39 PM CST
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chalk Hill, TX
2.75″ hail
May 26, 1991
7:36 PM CST
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 26, 1991
8:23 PM CST
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
2.75″ hail
Apr 26, 1991
7:37 PM CST
Hail report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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 Lake Cherokee, TX

19 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 16, 2023
5:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and utility poles down in the Elderville area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Lakeport, TX
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2023
6:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees down in the area. One report of a tree on a powerline near County Road 2164.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Easton, TX
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2023
6:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of numerous trees down in the Lake Cherokee area off of FM 1716.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SW Easton, TX
UNK mph
May 22, 2022
4:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS DOWNED BLOCKING FM 2011 NEAR CR 2124D NEAR LAKE CHEROKEE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Lakeport, TX
UNK mph
May 24, 2020
8:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN NEAR FM2276 AND CR 292 EAST OF KILGORE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Rolling Meadows, TX
UNK mph
Jan 11, 2020
5:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN AT THE INTERSECTION OF FM 782 AND TX-149.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Easton, TX
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2019
4:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES REPORTED DOWN BLOCKING HIGHWAY 5-6 MILES SOUTH OF LAKEPORT... TX ON SH 322.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Lakeport, TX
UNK mph
May 8, 2019
7:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN. VEHICLE BLOCKED ON COUNTY ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SSW Lakeport, TX
UNK mph
May 2, 2019
11:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WATER OVER ROAD 2118 IN RUSK COUNTY NORTH OF CHEROKEE LAKE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Lakeport, TX
64 mph
Oct 2, 2014
6:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were downed on Hwy. 43 between Henderson and Tatum, Texas.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.36 ESE Oak Hill, TX
67 mph
Jan 29, 2013
7:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were downed near FM. 1716 near Chalk Hill.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Chalk Hill, TX
59 mph
Jun 20, 2007
5:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: SSW Monroe, TX
60 mph
Sep 4, 1998
6:40 PM CST
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down between Hwy 322 and FM 1716.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SW Chalk Hill, TX
69 mph
Jul 23, 1996
2:50 PM CST
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Chalk Hill, TX
UNK mph
Sep 1, 1992
4:35 PM PST
Wind report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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 Lake Cherokee, TX

7 reports
UNK category
Jul 8, 2024
7:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS Storm Survey Team found a brief EF-0 tornado with peak winds of 85 mph touched down near the East Texas Regional Airport southeast of Longview TX. This tornado first touched down along Lake Road... just to the west of FM 2011 E on Lake Cherokee where some minor tree damage was observed. The tornado traveled to the northwest for about 3 miles... producing minor tree damage along the way. As it crossed over the airport... it cause some damage to a number of hangars on the southwest side of the airport. The tornado lifted shortly after crossing State Highway 322 N.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSE Lakeport, TX
EF0 category
Feb 18, 2013
5:27 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service conducted a storm survey and determined that a weak EF0 tornado touched down west of Tatum, Texas. Damage consisted of a pine tree |uprooted along with several tops of pine trees snapped along County Road 2126 and FM 782.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .87 WNW Stewart, TX
EF0 category
Feb 18, 2013
5:18 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service conducted a storm survey and concluded that a brief tornado touched down and snapped the tops out of several pine trees along Hwy. 322 near Barnes Creek.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .79 SSW Monroe, TX
EF1 category
Apr 26, 2011
5:35 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A few trees were snapped at their base and had large limbs broken off with the initial touchdown along FM 2138. The tornado continued northeast causing various tree damage along and intersecting path across FM 2142 and FM 1716. It continued along a northeast path where it destroyed a storage outbuilding and uprooted several trees at FM 2187 and Hwy. 149. The tornado continued northeast where it uprooted several trees and ripped off the tops of several more along FM 2216 and FM 2221. The tornado then briefly crossed into Panola County. Maximum winds were estimated at 86-95 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.15 SSW Stewart, TX
EF1 category
Feb 1, 2011
6:10 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brick home had half of its roof torn off. A neighboring home had its roof damage from debris from the first home. A shed and chicken coop was completely destroyed. Numerous trees were snapped and or uprooted along the path which started along CR 2126 and crossed FM 782 before lifting. Maximum winds were 90-100 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 58.12 N Kurth Lake, TX
F1 category
May 14, 1976
1:05 PM CST
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
May 14, 1976
12:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Lake Cherokee, TX
Rusk County · 15,894 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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

Lake Cherokee, TX area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,358
Households1,504
Housing units1,838
Income
Median household income$91,571
$100k+ households49.8%
$150k+ households10.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,393
Attached single-family65
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes324
Housing mix
Single-family share75.8%
Attached-home share3.5%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share17.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,255
Renter-occupied249
Vacant units334
Home value & age
Median home value$394,900
Owner homes $300k+59.7%
Owner homes $500k+38.9%
Owner homes $750k+16.7%
Median year built1994
Older-home share31.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,504
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 11 hail, 19 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near Lake Cherokee, TX, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 8, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lake Cherokee?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Lake Cherokee, TX is 2.75″. It was reported near Lake Cherokee, TX on May 26, 1991.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lake Cherokee — 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 Lake Cherokee address?

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