Peach County, Georgia
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.
15
Tornado reports
49
Hail reports
12
Floods since 1996
257
All events
2
Deaths
$33.5M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Peach County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 15 in all. Zoom in and the paths widen to their surveyed width.
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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 damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service confirmed that an F2 tornado had touched down just south of Fort Valley, crossed Georgia Highway 49 in Fort Valley and continued north for approximately four miles. The overall damage path was four miles long and 50 yards …
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The storm that had generated a tornado in Macon County regenerated a tornado as it moved into eastern Peach County. The tornado first touched down south of Hwy 96 and west of Lakeview drive snapping and uprooting trees. Several homes sustained damage along Lakeview Drive from fal…
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, drought conditions in Peach County intensified to D3 (Extreme Drought) conditions in March. Following the initial onset of D2 on November 18, 2025, the county sustained 20 consecutive weeks at or above the D2 threshold as of the end of March…
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Peach County remained under D2 (Severe Drought) conditions throughout February. Following the initial onset of D2 on November 18, 2025, the county sustained 15 consecutive weeks of D2 conditions as of the end of February. These conditions pe…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Rain transitioned to snowfall in the early morning hours of the 18th. Snowfall accumulations of T to 2 inches were reported across the county with light snow showers continuing through late morning.
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Peach County remained in D2 (Severe Drought) conditions throughout the month of January. Following the initial onset of D2 on November 18, 2025, the county sustained 11 consecutive weeks of D2 conditions as of the end of January. These condi…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree snapped and downed in a parking lot on the Fort Valley State University campus.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A tornado quickly developed in northern Peach county around 211pm EDT near Choctaw Ln which is just northeast of I-75 and GA-49. A few pecan trees were uprooted in this area before crossing into Houston Co.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Widespread 3 to 5 inches of snow across Peach County. Numerous roads quickly become icy and snow-packed resulting in extremely treacherous driving conditions.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree downed blocking both lanes along Hardison Road near the intersection of hwy 42.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees reported uprooted or snapped on both sides of Hwy 49 near Bible Camp Rd.
Hail Hail
Public report of estimated quarter-sized hail on Peachtree St in Byron.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Ten trees and numerous power lines were downed along Buckeye Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Report and photo of downed power lines near Wanderlodge Way and 49.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees and powerlines down across Hwy 540 near Alexander Way, just northeast of Fort Valley.
Hail Hail
Trained spotter reports 1 inch hail near Walker Rd and Old Oak Rd.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Law Enforcement reported water on the roadway on Union Church Road near the intersection with Highway 42. Radar estimates indicate that between 2.5 and 4.0 inches occurred over the area, resulting in the flash flooding.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Report of a tree down in the 400 block of Beaver Dr.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree reported down at the intersection of Ross Rd and Moseley Rd.
Hail Hail
Quarter sized hail was reported at the Pet Lodge in Powerville.
Hail Hail
Quarter-sized hail reported on Lakeview Road.
Hail Hail
Quarter-sized hail reported on Amber Drive.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down from around Willow Lake Road at the county line to Norwood Springs Road at Highway 341.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Winds gusted between 35 and 45 mph for several hours. A gust of 36 mph was recorded at the Perry AWOS (KPXE) at 3:55 AM EST.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported a large pecan tree blown down onto power lines and a house near the intersection of Valley View Drive and Orange Street, causing a small fire. No injuries were reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The public provided numerous reports of flooded roadways in the city of Byron, including Main Street, the intersection of Highway 42 and Dunbar Road, and Swanee Drive. Radar estimates indicate that 3 to 6 inches occurred in the area, with isolated higher amounts to 8 inches, caus…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree down at the intersection of North Hwy 41 and Carolyn Court.
Drought Drought
Lightning Lightning
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported a home was struck by lightning on Clopine Lake Road just south of Sam Nunn Boulevard. The lightning strike caused a fire that completely consumed the home. No injuries were reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down between Fort Valley and Perry along Bleckley, Irby and Holland Roads.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Public reported multiple pecan trees down just south of Hwy 96 between Fort Valley and Perry. Time estimated from radar.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey team found that a tornado that began in Crawford County crossed into Peach County around Mossy Creek as it weakened back to EF1, downing or uprooting a number of trees along Taylors Mill Road. Pecan farming equipment was overturned and a farming …
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey found that an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 80 mph and a maximum path width of 300 yards crossed Big Indian Creek from Macon County in to Peach County west of Norwood Springs Road. The tornado moved east, crossing Norwood Springs Road w…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported significant damage to a mobile home on Highway 41 when a tree was blown over onto the home. Another structure sustained minor damage at the location. No injuries were reported.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey determined that an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 70-75 MPH and a maximum path width of 100 yards traveled north northwest along Carver Drive for 1.8 miles snapping a few pine trees. [10/10/18: Tornado #1, County #1/1, EF-0, Peach, 2018:…
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
A National Weather Service survey consisting of an analysis of measured wind data, along with reports from Emergency Managers and various other local, state and federal officials, found that tropical storm conditions occurred in the county. There were numerous reports of trees an…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County 911 center reported trees and power lines blown down on Magnolia Street in Fort Valley.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported up to a half of an inch of snow accumulation in parts of the county.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
The news media reported many trees and power lines blown down across the county. Many customers were without electricity for varying periods of time. A 54 mph wind gusts was measured at the Perry Airport between Fort Valley and Perry. Radar estimated between 3 and 5 inches of rai…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County 911 center reported trees and power lines blown down around the intersection of N. Miller Street and Parsons Street in Fort Valley and around the intersection of Highway 341 and Norwood Springs Road south of Fort Valley.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The public reported numerous trees blown down along Taylors Mill Road near the Crawford County line.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 93 MPH and a maximum path width of 600 yards touched down in west Byron. The tornado moved east, crossing I-75 and travelling east along Dunbar Road before crossing US Highway 41 into Hou…
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey team found that a tornado began in southeast Peach County around the intersection of Harper Road and Andel Road just west of the Perry-Houston County Airport. The tornado moved east for around 2.5 miles before crossing into Houston County along B…
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A National Weather Service survey team found that the tornado that began in southeast Peach County and briefly crossed into a small portion of western Houston County, once again moved into a small portion of Peach County along Mossy Creek between I-75 and U.S. Highway 41. The tor…
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Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 7 | 2 |
| 2018 | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 | 6 | 3 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 |
| 2015 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 4 | 0 |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 |
| 2008 | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 | 12 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 17 | 1 |
| 2004 | 8 | 0 |
| 2003 | 10 | 0 |
| 2002 | 19 | 0 |
| 2001 | 10 | 0 |
| 2000 | 16 | 0 |
| 1999 | 7 | 0 |
| 1998 | 13 | 0 |
| 1997 | 10 | 0 |
| 1996 | 3 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 0 |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 6 | 0 |
| 1989 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | 2 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 |
| 1982 | 4 | 0 |
| 1980 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 1 | 1 |
| 1971 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | 1 | 1 |
| 1967 | 1 | 0 |
| 1962 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | 1 | 1 |
| 1954 | 1 | 1 |
| 1953 | 1 | 1 |
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