Chilton County, Alabama
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1953 and 2026, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
44
Tornado reports
93
Hail reports
15
Floods since 1996
428
All events
10
Deaths
$6.9M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Chilton County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 44 in all. Zoom in and the paths widen to their surveyed width.
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All storm eventsTornadoes
NOAA's storm database records tornadoes back to 1950 and hail and thunderstorm wind back to 1955, but floods only from 1996 on. Older floods are missing here. For those, the U.S. Geological Survey's stream gauge records and flood reports are the place to look.
Most significant events
The strongest tornadoes, deadliest events and biggest damage here, up to 50.
A mix of winter precipitation resulted in ice and snow accumulations across Chilton County, causing hazardous travel conditions, numerous traffic accidents and road closures. Snow accumulations ranged from two to three inches. Hazardous road conditions persisted for several days …
Heavy rain reduced visibility and caused slick roadways along Interstate 65 near the Chilton and Autauga county line. As traffic moved slowly due to the thunderstorm and high volume of spring break travelers, a vehicle traveling south hydroplaned and crossed the median, hitting n…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees and power lines were downed across northern Chilton County.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees and power lines were downed across central and southern Chilton County.
Drought Drought
Chilton County began May with Extreme (D3) drought across the western half, with Severe (D2) conditions across the eastern half. D3 conditions were removed early in the month, while D2 conditions were removed by late month.
Drought Drought
The western half of Chilton County was upgraded to Severe (D2) drought in mid April. D2 conditions were expanded to include most of the county by late April, with the western half being upgraded to Extreme (D3) conditions.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed in the Verbena area, causing power outages.
Drought Drought
Chilton County was upgraded to Severe (D2) drought conditions the second week of January, which was downgraded to Moderate (D1) drought by the third week of the month following rainfall on January 9-10.
Drought Drought
Western Chilton County began December in Severe (D2) drought, which was downgraded to Moderate (D1) drought by the second week of the month.
Drought Drought
The western half of Chilton County remained in Severe (D2) drought through the month of November.
Drought Drought
Severe (D2) drought conditions developed across the western half of the county by mid-October.
Heat Heat
Hot and humid conditions resulted in heat index values 110F or higher during the afternoon of July 29.
Hail Hail
Social media video of nickel-size hail in the Lomax area of Clanton.
Hail Hail
Quarter to half dollar-size hail was reported in the Lomax and Gap of the Mountain areas on the north side of Clanton.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
The tornado began near the Chilton/Shelby County line and moved quickly into Shelby County.
Tornado EF2 Tornado
A tornado that first impacted parts of Dallas and Autauga counties continued into Chilton County. As it approached County Road 64, it broadened out and produced another area of maximum value tree snaps, where acres and acres of pine trees were snapped at 10 to 20 feet above the g…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed across the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees were downed across Chilton County.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The Walnut Creek streamflow gauge at County Road 456 rose quickly above flood stage after midnight on February 13, eventually cresting at 12 feet, which was three feet above flood stage. Around four inches of rain fell in the Clanton area.
Drought Drought
The county elevated to Severe (D2) drought on February 11 but dropped back to Moderate (D1) by February 18.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snow and sleet accumulation of 0.5 to 1 inch across northern Chilton County, with minor travel impacts during the morning hours.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
The tornado began east of Thorsby near County Road 23 where a few trees were uprooted. The tornado crossed Alabama State Highway 145, where a barndominium lost a few metal roof panels. Additional minor tree damage continued to the northeast from State Highway 145 to County Road 6…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees and power lines were downed across Chilton County.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were uprooted along Highway 191.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Numerous trees were uprooted or limbs were snapped around Chilton County due to gradient winds of 30-40 mph.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were uprooted and limbs were broken along County Road 336 and County Road 15 near Pletcher. Also along County Road 336, metal roofing was removed from a small shed and an above ground swimming pool was damaged.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The same storm that produced the Plantersville tornado continued northeastward. Some sporadic minor tree damage was observed around Pletcher but was more consistent with straight line winds. Damage became more consistent with a tornado as it reached a residence along County Road …
Tornado EF1 Tornado
An EF1 tornado began in Dallas County and crossed into Chilton County. It downed more trees near residences on County Road 26 and County Road 16 before quickly dissipating as it crossed County Road 16. The total path length of the tornado was 8.28 miles.
Drought Drought
Drought severity decreased from severe (D2) to moderate (D1) in early January.
Drought Drought
Drought severity remained at severe (D2) throughout December.
Drought Drought
Drought severity increased to severe (D2) in early November.
Drought Drought
Drought severity increased to severe (D2) in mid-October but beneficial rainfall dropped the area back to moderate (D1).
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Very hot and humid conditions developed over Central Alabama on August 11-14th. Heat indices reached 110 degrees or higher each day.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Very hot and humid conditions developed over Central Alabama on August 6-7th. Heat indices reached 110 degrees or higher each day.
Hail Hail
Hail Hail
Ping pong size hail reported in Thorsby.
Hail Hail
Baseball size hail reported in the city of Verbena.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Widespread rainfall amounts of 3-5 inches across northern Chilton County produced flash flooding across the northern two-thirds of Chilton County. Several county roads were flooded and impassable between Clanton and Jemison.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
National Weather Service meteorologists surveyed damage in eastern Chilton County and determined that it was consistent with an EF1 tornado, with maximum winds near 90 mph. The tornado touched down just west of County Road 190 on the Chilton County side of the Coosa River. Severa…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple reports of uprooted trees in the city of Clanton.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees uprooted and blocking roadways in Jemison.
Hail Hail
Several reports of quarter size hail in Clanton.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees uprooted along Highway 82 northwest of Maplesville.
Hail Hail
Tornado EF1 Tornado
National Weather Service meteorologists surveyed damage in northern Chilton County and determined that it was consistent with an EF1 tornado, with maximum winds near 110 mph. The tornado touched down just west of County Road 33, a few miles south of the Chilton and Shelby County …
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Highway 191 and County Road 37 flooded and impassable.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 | 13 | 2 |
| 2024 | 8 | 3 |
| 2023 | 10 | 1 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 6 |
| 2020 | 18 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 2 |
| 2018 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 | 7 | 2 |
| 2016 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 | 15 | 0 |
| 2012 | 21 | 3 |
| 2011 | 26 | 1 |
| 2010 | 12 | 1 |
| 2009 | 20 | 1 |
| 2008 | 21 | 1 |
| 2007 | 19 | 1 |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 |
| 2005 | 14 | 0 |
| 2004 | 7 | 1 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 |
| 2001 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 | 10 | 1 |
| 1999 | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 | 18 | 1 |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | 16 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 7 | 0 |
| 1991 | 8 | 0 |
| 1990 | 6 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 | 0 |
| 1983 | 3 | 1 |
| 1982 | 5 | 3 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1978 | 2 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 1 |
| 1975 | 1 | 1 |
| 1974 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | 2 | 1 |
| 1968 | 1 | 1 |
| 1967 | 1 | 1 |
| 1964 | 2 | 0 |
| 1961 | 1 | 1 |
| 1958 | 2 | 2 |
| 1957 | 3 | 1 |
| 1956 | 1 | 0 |
| 1955 | 3 | 0 |
| 1954 | 1 | 1 |
| 1953 | 1 | 1 |
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