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Tyrrell County, North Carolina
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1975 and 2026, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
14
Tornado reports
23
Hail reports
3
Floods since 1996
158
All events
4
Deaths
$32.9M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Tyrrell County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 14 in all. Zoom in and the paths widen to their surveyed width.
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All storm eventsTornadoes
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.
Widespread heavy rain and strong winds developed over the region from the morning of September 13th through the evening of September 15th. Rainfall was generally 3' to 4' over most of the county with a storm total of 4.26' in Gum Neck. Gusty northeast winds developed ahead of Flo…
Across Tyrrell County...winds gusting to hurricane force resulting in numerous trees and power-lines down with power outages. A 3 to 5 foot surge occurred along the Albemarle Sound including the Columbia area. Heavy rainfall resulted in freshwater flooding of roads and low lying …
Winds gusted to hurricane force resulting in a 3 to 5 foot surge along the Albemarle Sound including the Columbia area.
Hail Hail
Estimated dime to quarter size hail at their location. They also said the wind was very strong but did not have an estimate. They noted a lot of small tree branches blown down.
Drought Drought
Severe drought conditions were noted across all of Tyrrell County from the beginning of May until May twenty-sixth.
Drought Drought
Severe drought conditions were noted across all of Tyrrell County through all of April.
Drought Drought
Severe drought conditions were noted across all of Tyrrell County from March thirty-first to the end of March.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Several snowfall reports from COOP observers, the public, and CoCoRaHs data showed between ten and sixteen inches of snowfall fell across Tyrrell County between the morning of January thirty-first and the morning of February first.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Several snowfall reports from COOP observers, the public, and CoCoRaHs data showed between ten and sixteen inches of snowfall fell across Tyrrell County between the morning of January thirty-first and the morning of February first.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power outages occurred due to severe storms near Bulls Bay. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power outages were reported due to severe storms along NC-94 south of Columbia. The time was based on radar data.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Heat indices peaked at 110 to 115 degrees during the day.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Heat indices peaked in the 110-115 degree range each afternoon.
Hail Hail
The report came in through mPING.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Dominion Power reports 130 customers without power due to thunderstorm winds blowing down powerlines.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A wintry mix of precipitation produced several impacts . Reports around Columbia indicated 0.20-0.30 inches of freezing rain accretion. In addition to this, 2 to 4 inches of snow and sleet also fell across the region.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall reports between four to seven inches were found. Snow fell between the afternoon hours on the 21st to the morning hours on the 22nd.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several CWOP stations recorded heat indices as high as 110 degrees.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several CWOP stations reported heat indices up to 112 degrees.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A roof was torn off an equipment shelter. The time was based on radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A snapped power pole was reported in Gum Neck. The time was based on radar.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Personal weather station at Frying Pan recorded a heat index of 118 degrees.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Dominion Energy reports power outages around the county due to trees that fell on power lines. Wind gusts were estimated up to 50 to 55 mph.
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines were reportedly blown down along the road in Gum Neck.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A wintry mix of freezing rain and sleet changed over to all snow in the evening, with a period of snow throughout the overnight ending before daybreak. Snowfall ranged from 3 to 4 inches throughout the county, especially the northern half of the county. Specific totals included 3…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The report was from Mping.
The strong wind caused a tent to collapse in Columbia.
Hail Hail
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Some tropical storm force wind gusts affected the area during the overnight hours. Power outages resulted from trees and powerlines that were blown down. According to the NC Department of Public Safety, some 1,173 customers were without power across the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down on Newland Rd. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reportedly blown down near the corner of Cross Landing Rd and Chapel Hill Rd. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 63 mph wind gust was reported at the Alligator River Bridge.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees were blown down on Highway 64 about 1 mile west of the Alligator River Bridge. The report was via twitter. The time and exact location was estimated by radar. The damage was a possible tornado.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
A mesonet station in Columbia, NC recorded a wind gust of 47 mph at 1739 EST on October 11th.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Widespread snow developed during the evening of January 17th and continued through the early morning of January 18th. Snowfall across the county ranged from 5 to 8 inches with the highest amounts over the eastern sections. Roads were snow and ice covered with hazardous travel con…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Light rain and freezing rain changed to snow during the late evening of January 3rd and accumulated 3 to 5 inches county wide by the early morning hours of January 4th. The snow and ice produced widespread hazardous travel conditions.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Damage was reported near the intersection of Jerry Post Office Road and Swain Road. Minor structural damage occurred to 2 or 3 homes, along with a power line that was downed.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City NC has confirmed a tornado near Gum Neck in Tyrrell County North Carolina on May 23 2017. A tornado touched down about one quarter mile southwest of the intersection of South Gum Neck Road and Georgia Road, southeast of Gum Ne…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Precipitation initially fell as sleet and freezing rain overnight, then transitioned to a period of snow during the day, with two to three inches falling before the event ended late in the afternoon.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding from heavy rain has flooded numerous roads in Columbia with water beginning to reach a few homes.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Widespread heavy rain and strong winds developed over the region from the afternoon of October 8th through the morning of October 9th. Rainfall was generally 6 to 9 inches over the county with a storm total of 6.82 inches recorded in Gum Neck. The heavy rain produced localized fl…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Persistent northeast winds led to high water over southern portion of Albemarle Sound producing coastal flooding over the northern part of Tyrrell County. Water levels were 2 to 4 feet above normal flooding several roads, some in Columbia.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A tornado briefly touched down along Soundside Road northeast of Columbia. Minor damage to several homes was observed with one out building destroyed. A small aluminum boat was lifted and blown a small distance. Winds were estimated at 75 to 80 mph with no injuries or fatalities.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Up to around an inch of snow fell before changing over to rain during the early morning hours.
Hail Hail
Tyrrell County 911 received report of penny sized hail in Columbia.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow began during the early afternoon of January 28th and continued into the early morning hours of January 29th. The snow mixed with sleet at times. Total snow accumulations were 3 to 6 inches across the county. Roads were icy for several days during and after the event.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Tropical Storm Andrea moved across the area on the 7th with wind gusts up to 40 mph. This resulted in minor damage mainly to trees.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 | 4 | 0 |
| 2011 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 6 | 1 |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 13 | 3 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 | 13 | 1 |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 0 |
| 1995 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 | 1 |
| 1988 | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 |
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