Hail in Wilson County, Texas
Hail December 23, 2002 · Wilson County, Texas
Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.
What the National Weather Service wrote
Widespread damage was reported to vehicles, as well as the roofs, walls and windows of buildings over the northern half of Wilson County. The hail ranged from 1 to 2 inches in diameter. The larger size fell around Stockdale, killing birds that were roosting in trees and piling up in the city streets 6 inches deep. Residents reported that the sound of the hail was almost deafening. Damage to city-owned properties in Stockdale alone was estimated at $100,000. Hail broke windows at one nursing home, with minor injuries to some residents.
Began near Sutherland Spgs (29.3833, -98.2000).
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5326225. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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