Hail — Williamson, Illinois

2002-05-02 · near Marion, Williamson, Illinois

Wider weather episode

A severe thunderstorm produced very large hail as it moved east across Jackson and Williamson Counties. The largest hail, which was between golf ball and tennis ball size, occurred in a swath parallel to and just south of Illinois Route 13. Large hail up to half-dollar size was reported as far north as Desoto and Johnston City. The hailstorm clipped the northeast corner of Johnson County, producing hail up to golf ball size. Extensive damage occurred to vehicles and some building exteriors. Windshields were broken. One insurance company reported 66 auto and 81 property damage claims.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5295387. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.