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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Franklin County, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Franklin County, VA from May 22, 1956 through August 23, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 24112 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
189
Wind Reports
520
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Franklin County, VA · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 23, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Franklin County

30 reports
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0.50″ hail
Aug 22, 2026
11:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported by Trained Spotter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 Se Callaway, VA
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2025
7:57 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Rocky Mount, VA
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
10:54 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Sontag, VA
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2022
7:48 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GRAPE TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL. STRONG WINDS AND POWER OUTAGES ALSO REPORTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: Boones Mill, VA
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2021
8:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAILED FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES DAMAGING CARS AND TRUCKS... LARGEST WAS GOLF BALL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Ferrum, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2021
8:09 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Ferrum, VA
1.00″ hail
Jul 22, 2020
3:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL THE SIZE OF QUARTERS FELL NEAR RIDGECREST ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSE Vinton, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2020
6:08 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL FELL ON RUNNING BROOK ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Ferrum, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
9:41 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL 1 INCH IN DIAMETER FELL ON GOOSE DAM RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Sydnorsville, VA
1.25″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL FROM QUARTER SIZE TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ferrum, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
8:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR ROCKY MOUNT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Rocky Mount, VA
1.00″ hail
Aug 13, 2018
8:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAILSTONES AT LEAST QUARTER SIZE FELL FOR APPROXIMENTLY 10-15 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Sydnorsville, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2018
7:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VARIOUS SIZES... BUT LARGEST ESTIMATED TO BE QUARTER SIZE. TIME RADAR ESTIMATED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Northwest Smith Mou, VA
1.25″ hail
Sep 29, 2016
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Coopers Cove, VA
1.25″ hail
Sep 29, 2016
9:38 PM UTC
Hail report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Burnt Chimney, VA
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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 Franklin County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 23, 2026
12:11 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a tree down at Fanny Cook road in Franklin county Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Snow Creek, VA
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
10:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call center reported a tree down on the 5600 Block of Virgil H. Goode highway in Fanklin County Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Sydnorsville, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Guilford Rd_ blocking one lane near Moneta_ VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Burnt Chimney, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down_ blocking both lanes near the intersection of Taylors Road and Bonbrook Mill Rd_ in Boones Mill_ VA. Time is estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Wirtz, VA
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2026
9:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down along Brick Church Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Wirtz, VA
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2026
8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees snapped and downed by thunderstorm winds on Windswept Lane. One tree fell on a structure and caused damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Wirtz, VA
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
8:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 4 NNW Burnt Chimney. Tree down blocking one lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Burnt Chimney, VA
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
7:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking one lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Burnt Chimney, VA
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on power line off Providence Church Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Oak Level, VA
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
1:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on power line off Log Cabin Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Ferrum, VA
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
12:56 AM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed and blocking both lanes of Truman Hill Road_ near its intersection with Jubal Early Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Nnw Burnt Chimney, VA
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2026
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking both lanes on Stanley Branch Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Ferrum, VA
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2026
6:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lightning struck a tree and it fell down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Ferrum, VA
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2026
6:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking Sawmill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Ferrum, VA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2026
11:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking half of Snow Creek Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Sago, VA
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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 Franklin County

5 reports
UNK category
Apr 19, 2019
2:59 PM UTC
Tornado report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 2 INJ *** CORRECTS PREVIOUS TORNADO REPORT FROM 3 NNW SYDNORSVILLE. NUMEROUS TREES DOWN... MODULAR HOME DESTROYED AND MAJOR DAMAGE TO BRICK HOUSE ALONG WINDY RIDGE ROAD NEAR VIRGIL GOODE HIGHWAY. TWO MINOR INJURIES REPORTED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNW Sydnorsville, VA
EF1 category
May 8, 2008
7:01 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado, rated EF-1, with winds 86 to 95 mph, moved out of Henry County at 801 pm EDT and continued another half mile into Franklin County, before lifting at 803 pm EDT. The maximum width was 75 yards. Numerous trees were downed, with 2 homes damaged. The tornado lifted at state routes 618 and 632.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.87 SSW Sydnorsville, VA
F0 category
Sep 17, 2004
11:14 AM EST
Tornado report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The remnants of the Henry County tornado briefly touched down at F0 strength as it crossed into Franklin County. Damage was restricted to several large trees, one of which landed on a residential garage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 ENE Henry, VA
F2 category
Jun 9, 1996
2:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 NE Burnt Chimney, VA
UNK category
Aug 9, 1978
2:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Franklin County, VA
Franklin County · 20,877 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
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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 · County

Franklin County, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population54,958
Households22,484
Housing units28,344
Income
Median household income$68,348
$100k+ households37.6%
$150k+ households12.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached20,877
Attached single-family600
Small multifamily1,111
Large multifamily897
Mobile homes4,808
Housing mix
Single-family share73.7%
Attached-home share2.1%
Multifamily share7.1%
Mobile-home share17.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied17,922
Renter-occupied4,562
Vacant units5,860
Home value & age
Median home value$222,800
Owner homes $300k+33.9%
Owner homes $500k+15.2%
Owner homes $750k+7.7%
Median year built1987
Older-home share35.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars21,400
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Franklin County

24112 345
Martinsville, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24151 218
Rocky Mount, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24055 162
Oak Level, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24121 110
North Shore, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24065 77
Boones Mill, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24101 77
Westlake Corner, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24088 76
Ferrum, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24184 76
Westlake Corner, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24091 68
Floyd, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24137 48
Penhook, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24092 35
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24176 32
Union Hall, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24067 28
Ferrum, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24102 25
Oak Level, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
24079 22
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24059 11
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 189 hail, 520 wind, and 5 tornado reports in Franklin County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 23, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Franklin County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Franklin County is 2.00″. It was reported near Rocky Mount, VA on May 22, 1956.

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

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

I am selling a home in Franklin 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 Franklin County address?

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