Hail — Summit, Ohio

2007-06-08 · near Akron, Summit, Ohio

$288.0M

Property damage

Magnitude

Event narrative

A severe thunderstorm moved across Summit County and caused unprecedented damage. Hail as large as softballs fell across much of the county. Extensive damage was done to homes and vehicles in Akron and surrounding areas. Nearly 51,100 insurance claims were filed for damage in the county. The south side of Akron was the hardest hit.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved through the area during the afternoon and early evening hours of the 8th. Numerous severe thunderstorms developed ahead and along this cold front. Severe weather occurred throughout most counties in the area stretching from Lucas County to Mahoning County.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 40931. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.