Giant Hailstorm Hits Town Suddenly

Residents were stunned Tuesday evening when a sudden hailstorm struck with almost no warning, transforming a quiet night into a barrage of thunder, wind, and falling ice. What began as a calm sky quickly darkened as storm clouds rolled in, followed by sharp gusts and rumbling thunder that signaled something far stronger than a typical passing shower.

Within minutes, hail began falling—first softly, then with an intensity that caught everyone off guard. Many described the ice stones as some of the largest they had ever seen, comparing them to golf balls and even baseballs. The pounding noise on roofs, cars, and sidewalks was so loud that people rushed indoors, unsure of what was happening. One longtime resident said it “sounded like rocks hitting the house.”

Aftermath of the Storm

When the storm finally eased, the damage was immediately visible. Vehicles were left dented or with cracked windshields, and several homes suffered roof damage from the relentless hail. Streets were scattered with ice fragments, fallen branches, and debris pushed around by sudden bursts of wind. Emergency crews urged residents to stay inside until conditions stabilized and began assessing the extent of the destruction as soon as it was safe.

Meteorologists’ Insights

Meteorologists noted that although hailstorms are not uncommon in the region, the size and sudden onset of this one made it especially rare. As the ice melted and normalcy returned, neighbors emerged to compare stories and check on one another—shaken by the experience but grateful that no injuries had been reported.