Towns County, Georgia
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1985 and 2026, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
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Tornado reports
21
Hail reports
7
Floods since 1996
248
All events
0
Deaths
$3.7M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Towns County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 1 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.
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, drought conditions in Towns County intensified to D3 (Extreme Drought) conditions in March. Following the initial onset of D2 (Severe Drought) on January 6, the county experienced a very brief period of marginal improvement before drought of…
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Towns County remained under D2 (Severe Drought) conditions throughout February. Following the initial onset of D2 on January 6, the county experienced a very brief period of marginal improvement before conditions degraded back to D2 levels i…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow showers developed late on the evening of the 30th. These developed through the following morning with the heaviest snow going into the mid morning hours. Total snowfall accumulation resulted in 4 to 6 inches.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
Sleet showers began through the late evening and overnight hours of the 24th. Sleet accumulations transitioned over to freezing rain through the early morning of the 25th and continued through the day. The heaviest ice accumulations occurred with the second push of precipitation …
Drought Drought
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, D2 (Severe Drought) conditions were introduced to Towns County in early January. Following the initial onset of D2, the county experienced a brief period of marginal improvement before conditions degraded back to D2 levels by late January. B…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow began to fall between 8-9 AM across Towns County, becoming heavy at times during the mid to late morning hours. Widespread 2 to 4 inches of snow accumulations, with locally higher amounts, occurred by midday. During the early afternoon hours, the snow gradually mixed with sl…
Drought Drought
According to the Drought Monitor, D3 Extreme Drought conditions were present in Floyd county at the beginning of January. Above-normal January rainfall rapidly improved conditions to D1 Moderate Drought on January 16, ending the short-term drought over Floyd county. In total, Flo…
Drought Drought
According to the Drought Monitor, D3 Extreme Drought conditions were present in Towns county at the beginning of December. Late, above-normal December rainfall improved conditions to D2 Severe Drought on December 26, where it remained through the month.
Drought Drought
According to the Drought Monitor, short-term drought conditions began over Towns county on October 31, 2023. At the peak, D3 Extreme Drought conditions were present beginning November 14. Cooler temperatures and new rainfall amounts at the end of November allowed for small improv…
Drought Drought
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Reports of widespread damage at the Georgia Mountain Fair Campground on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee. Dozens of trees were blown down, including several on vehicles and camper vans/trailers.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Report of a tree down at Konahetah Dr and Konahetah Rd.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Estimated 2.5 inches of snow near Hiawassee.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Public measured around 1.5 inches of snow near Hiawassee.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The Towns County Emergency Manager reported 1 inch of snow accumulation along Highway 76 at near the Rabun Count line and along Highway 75 near the White County line.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Winds gusted between 35 and 45 mph for several hours. A gust to 41 mph was recorded at the Brasstown RAWS at 7:06 AM EST. The public reported tress blown down around Young Harris.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A CoCoRaHS observer reported 5 inches of snow 5 miles south-southeast of Hiawassee. The broadcast media reported 4.5 inches of snow in Hiawassee.
Drought Drought
Drought Drought
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The Towns County Emergency Manager reported a trace of snow in the Lake Chatuge and Titus areas.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A CoCoRaHS obserever reported 2 inches of snow in the Hiawassee area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Towns County 911 center reported trees blown down along Highway 66 northwest of Young Harris.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Reports were received from the broadcast media and over social media of a small dock on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee being lifted and flipped over by strong thunderstorm winds.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Emergency Management reported several roads experienced flooding in Towns County. The Enchanted Valley Resort RV park and River Bend Campground were evacuated due to high water from the Hiwassee River. Two cows and a cat were killed as a result of the flash flooding near the Rive…
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A trained spotter reported a half of an inch of snow accumulation near Hiawassee.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Between 6 and 12 inches of snow were estimated across the county. A CoCoRaHS observer reported 11 inches near Hiawassee.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
The local media reported numerous trees and power lines blown down across the county. Several major roadways were temporarily impassable due to fallen trees. Thousands of customers were without power for varying periods of time. The Brasstown RAWS measured a wind gust of 55 MPH. …
Drought Drought
Drought Drought
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Reports from a CoCoRaHS observer and an amateur radio operator showed 2 inches of snow near Hiawassee and 1 inch near Titus. This was on grassy and elevated surfaces and roads were reported to be clear in these areas.
Drought Drought
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Winter Storm Winter Storm
Several reports of 4 to 6.5 inches of snow were received from CoCoRaHS observers and the public in the Hiawassee, Friendship and Young Harris areas.
Drought Drought
Wildfire Wildfire
On November 11th a human caused wildfire erupted along the border between Towns and Rabun Counties. Before the Rocky Mountain wildfire was declared contained on December 15th it had consumed 1,851 acres in the eastern portion of Towns County. In total, this wildfire burned nearly…
Drought Drought
Wildfire Wildfire
On November 11th a human caused wildfire erupted along the border between Towns and Rabun Counties. Before the Rocky Mountain wildfire was declared contained on December 15th it had consumed 1,851 acres in the eastern portion of Towns County. In total, this wildfire burned nearly…
Drought Drought
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Winter Storm Winter Storm
The Towns County Sheriff's Department reported 4 to 6 inches of snow across eastern portions of the county.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The Towns County Emergency Manager reported a half of an inch to one inch of snow in the Hiawassee area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Towns County 911 Center reported a few trees down across the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A trained storm spotter reported multiple trees down near Tate City.
Hail Hail
An amateur radio operator reported quarter sized hail on Mauldin Circle.
Hail Hail
The public reported that penny sized hail accumulated at least one inch deep around Owl Creek Road and Highway 75.
Hail Hail
Employees at the Long Ridge Camp Ground reported quarter sized hail.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 | 0 |
| 2015 | 10 | 0 |
| 2014 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 |
| 2012 | 12 | 0 |
| 2011 | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 |
| 2008 | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 | 11 | 0 |
| 2006 | 12 | 0 |
| 2005 | 13 | 0 |
| 2004 | 11 | 0 |
| 2003 | 8 | 0 |
| 2002 | 20 | 0 |
| 2001 | 12 | 0 |
| 2000 | 17 | 0 |
| 1999 | 10 | 0 |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 |
| 1997 | 6 | 1 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 | 0 |
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