Peach storm history
Storm events recorded in Peach, Georgia between 1950 and 2025.
245
Total events
14
Tornadoes
47
Hail
11
Floods
2
Deaths
$33.5M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
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 …
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.
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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Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported two pine trees blown down along Kay Road south of Byron.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County 911 Center reported numerous trees and power lines blown down in the Fort Valley area, including West Church Street, Knoxville Street, North jones Street and White Street.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Peach County Emergency Manager reported 20-30 pecan trees uprooted near Valley View Drive and State Highway 96. Power lines were also blown down in the area and light standards were blown down at the Peach County High School baseball field.
Hail Hail
The broadcast media relayed a photo of golf ball size hail in Byron.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The broadcast media reported trees blown on Charles Drive on the west side of Fort Valley and in Fort Valley.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 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 | 4 | 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 |