Charlotte Storm History: What Hit Your Area
Has a storm hit your part of Charlotte?
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Major storms that hit Charlotte since 2024
Severe storms, damaging wind
The National Weather Service warned of gusts up to 70 mph. More than 23,000 Duke Energy customers in Mecklenburg County lost power, and falling trees damaged homes in south Charlotte.
South Charlotte
Severe thunderstorms
Wind gusts up to 60 mph and penny-size hail. More than 43,000 Duke Energy customers lost power across the Charlotte region.
Charlotte region
EF0 tornado
The National Weather Service surveyed storm damage and confirmed an EF0 tornado in Charlotte. Trees were uprooted.
Charlotte
EF0 tornado and wind
An EF0 tornado touched down in Mecklenburg County. A report about 3 miles southeast of Center City described a roof blown off and trees snapped.
Mecklenburg County
Hurricane Helene
About 90,000 Duke Energy customers in Mecklenburg County lost power, and most had it back within three days. A tree fell on a house in west Charlotte, killing one person.
Countywide
Signs of storm damage
Missing or damaged shingles
Cracked, curled, or missing shingles expose the layers underneath.
Granules in the gutters
Granules in gutters or downspouts mean shingles are losing their protective surface.
Dents and dings
Hail can dent vents and flashing and weaken shingles.
Water stains or leaks
Check ceilings, walls, and the attic. Water inside often means a breach in the roof.
Debris on the roof
Branches and other debris can damage the surface and block drainage.
Damaged flashing
Gaps around chimneys, vents, and skylights can let water in.
What storms can do to a roof
High wind
Lifts and tears off shingles, and can loosen flashing. Wind has caused most of Charlotte’s storm damage since 2024.
Fallen trees and branches
Punctures the roof or damages the decking beneath it.
Hail
Bruises and cracks shingles and dents metal parts.
Wind-driven rain
Pushes water under shingles and around flashing.
What to do right after a storm
Stay safe
Stay off the roof. Look from the ground.
Document the damage
Take clear photos and make a written list before any temporary repairs.
Report it to your insurer
Contact your insurance agent or company to report the loss.
Stop further damage
Cover the damage if you safely can, for example with a tarp. Keep every receipt, since protective costs may be reimbursed.
Hold off on permanent repairs
Wait until your insurer has had a chance to inspect the damage.
Wondering if insurance will pay?
Learn how a roof insurance claim works, what you may still owe, and how to avoid free roof scams.
Common questions
Does the inspection cost anything?
No. Every Horizon inspection and estimate is free.
Can damage show up later?
Yes. Leaks and loose shingles do not always appear right away, so an inspection after a big storm is worth it even if nothing looks wrong.
Where does the storm data come from?
Every entry comes from the National Weather Service: the severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings it issued for your address, and the reports it received from trained spotters, emergency managers, airport weather stations and official weather networks. We leave out social media posts and unverified call-ins.
No storms showed up near me. Could my roof still be damaged?
Yes. Reports only cover places where a trained observer or weather station recorded something. An inspection is the only way to know.