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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Fayette County, WV

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Fayette County, WV from March 11, 1955 through August 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
75
Wind Reports
163
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Fayette County, WV · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Fayette County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 16, 2024
8:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE Mount Hope, WV
1.00″ hail
Apr 16, 2024
6:48 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Ansted, WV
1.75″ hail
Apr 2, 2024
8:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter to golf-ball sized hail in Adena Village.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Smithers, WV
1.25″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
6:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM DHSEM REGIONAL LIAISON.
NWS Hail Report Location: Redstar, WV
1.25″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
6:08 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Glen Jean, WV
1.25″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
6:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mount Hope, WV
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2019
12:32 AM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hico, WV
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2019
12:31 AM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ansted, WV
3.00″ hail
May 24, 2019
12:14 AM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS TIME FROM PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM 5 NE GAULEY BRIDGE. SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT WITH PICTURE IN THE COMMUNITY OF JODIE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Gauley Bridge, WV
3.00″ hail
May 24, 2019
12:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT WITH PICTURE IN THE COMMUNITY OF JODIE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Gauley Bridge, WV
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2017
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN MEADOW BRIDGE WV
NWS Hail Report Location: Meadow Bridge, WV
2.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2016
7:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Meadow Bridge, WV
2.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2016
7:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Meadow Bridge, WV
1.50″ hail
Jun 23, 2016
6:58 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Oak Hill, WV
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Danese, WV
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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 Fayette County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
12:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on power line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Se Ansted, WV
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2026
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in Roadway on US 60. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ese Ansted, WV
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2026
9:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on power line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Ne Ansted, WV
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2026
8:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof partially ripped off neighbors home.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ansted, WV
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
5:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in Roadway on Cunard Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nne Thurmond, WV
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
5:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in Roadway on Price Hill Road @ WV-16. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Mount Hope, WV
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
9:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage resulting in approximately 20 customers without power. Time is estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Babcock State Park, WV
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2026
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Over 1000 customers without power due to tree damage east of a line from Oak Hill to Fayetteville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sse Thurmond, WV
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2026
12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Over 300 customers without power in and south of Powellton due to tree damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Powellton, WV
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
12:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 4 E Piney View. Tree in Roadway on WV-41 (5034 Stanaford Road).
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Piney View, WV
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
12:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in Roadway on WV-41 (5034 Stanaford Road).
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Piney View, WV
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2026
12:43 AM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in Roadway on US60 Midland Trail. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Hawks Nest State Pa, WV
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2026
7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across White Oak Road. Time is estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 ESE Babcock State Par, WV
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2026
7:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Over 260 customers without power with tree damage as the cause.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Babcock State Par, WV
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2026
8:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and lines down along Pine Grove School Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Fayetteville, WV
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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 Fayette County

5 reports
UNK category
Apr 29, 2026
8:03 PM UTC
Tornado report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado began in the Pine Grove community of Fayette County... skipping along a 5 mile path in an east-southeasterly direction... lifting near the intersection of Mountain Vista Dr and US 60 in the Lookout Community.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NE Fayetteville, WV
UNK category
Apr 2, 2024
8:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF2 tornado began west of Mallard Rd then traveled eastward along Mallard Rd causing considerable and significant tree damage with hundreds of hardwood trees uprooted and snapped. Several homes were damaged by trees or had wind damage along Mallard Rd... including one home that had significant roof damage. The tornado made a slight jog to the northeast crossing Lookout Rd and US 60 before lifting. Peak wind speeds were likely reached just west of Lookout Road where tree damage indicated wind speeds reached an estimated 130 mph. The tornado damaged or destroyed several homes and businesses along US 60. One home was shifted several feet off its foundation and the metal roof was tossed approximately 350 yards to the tree line across US 60.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 ENE Fayetteville, WV
F2 category
May 26, 1990
3:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WV
F3 category
Apr 4, 1974
2:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WV
F2 category
Feb 25, 1961
12:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Fayette County, WV
Fayette County · 14,713 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WV
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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 · County

Fayette County, WV area census snapshot

People & households
Population39,987
Households16,109
Housing units19,134
Income
Median household income$52,672
$100k+ households29.5%
$150k+ households7.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached14,713
Attached single-family135
Small multifamily826
Large multifamily578
Mobile homes2,865
Housing mix
Single-family share76.9%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share7.3%
Mobile-home share15.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied12,194
Renter-occupied3,915
Vacant units3,025
Home value & age
Median home value$104,200
Owner homes $300k+7.2%
Owner homes $500k+3.5%
Owner homes $750k+0.5%
Median year built1972
Older-home share63.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars14,512
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Fayette County

25962 38
Rainelle, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25880 36
Bradley, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25840 19
Fayetteville, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25976 19
Meadow Bridge, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25812 18
Ansted, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25879 17
Oak Hill, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25136 15
Montgomery, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25938 14
Hico, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25901 13
Oak Hill, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25831 12
WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25057 10
Deep Water, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
26690 10
Belva, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25854 9
Hico, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25085 5
Gauley Bridge, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25161 5
Powellton, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25186 5
Smithers, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25904 5
Pax, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports
25917 5
Scarbro, WV Hail, wind & tornado reports

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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 75 hail, 163 wind, and 5 tornado reports in Fayette County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Fayette County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Fayette County is 3.00″. It was reported near Gauley Bridge, WV on May 24, 2019.

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

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

I am selling a home in Fayette 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 Fayette County address?

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