Hail in Los Angeles County, California

Hail November 12, 2003 · Los Angeles County, California

0.5 in

Hail diameter

$3.5M

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

A large and powerful thunderstorm produced heavy rain in excess of 5 inches in less than two hours, flash flooding and hail across South Central Los Angeles county. Hail accumulations in the area were over 5 inches. Numerous intersections were flooded with several feet of water, stranding thousands of motorists during rush hour. Over 130 homes and businesses experienced significant damage due to flooding and hail. Damage was so significant that South Central Los Angeles county was declared a state disaster area. Overall, damage estimates were around $3.5 million for the area.

Began near Compton (33.8833, -118.2167).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5331118. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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