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Dillon County, South Carolina
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1955 and 2026, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
19
Tornado reports
70
Hail reports
11
Floods since 1996
316
All events
4
Deaths
$31.2M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Dillon County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 18 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.
Hurricane Matthew moved up the eastern seaboard, bringing very heavy rain and strong winds. Rainfall amounts were high, with over a ten inches of rain reported. Tropical storm force winds and flooded ground caused widespread tree and power line damage. Major flooding resulted in …
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow began on January 31 and ended on February 1, ranging from 7 to 12 inches across the county, with the highest totals across southeast parts of the county. Government offices were closed the day following the event, with county schools switching to remote learning for two days…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow began on January 31 and ended on February 1, ranging from 7 to 12 inches across the county, with the highest totals across southeast parts of the county. Government offices were closed the day following the event, with county schools switching to remote learning for two days…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down along I-95.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree down in Hamer, SC reported by the public.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Two to three inches of snow and sleet mix fell across Dillon county, with an isolated maximum of 4 measured in Fork, SC.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
An 8 inch branch from a large oak tree split and fell near the intersection of Calhoun and 14th Street.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A road scour was reported along Buck Swamp Rd. between SC-41 and Old River Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported down on Higgins Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reported fallen on on power lines near Old Hamer Road, Pleasant Hill Road, and Gaddy's Mill Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A Bradford Pear tree with about a 20-inch trunk fell near Highway 917.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were numerous reports of trees down in the Dillon area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree down on Garris Rd. Time estimated from radar.
Several trees down on W. Main St. in Dillon. A man was pinned under tree limbs and was taken to the hospital.
Hail Hail
Hail was reported along Highway 9 southeast of Little Rock.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Wind gusts ranged from 40 to 50 mph across the county. These winds resulted in scattered downed trees and power lines, especially in the city of Dillon and Latta area. A large metal sign was blown onto a parked vehicle in the city of Dillon. In addition, rainfall averaged 3 to 4 …
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Brief freezing rain and sleet changed over to moderate snowfall in the evening. Several inches of snow fell across the county, with 3 reported in Latta.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Many large trees down on Pee Dee Church Road.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The tornado touched down on the west side of I-95 just south of mile marker 184, and snapped several large pine trees, damaged a billboard, and destroyed a storage shed as it moved north-northeast for approximately one-quarter mile. A single-wide trailer home sustained some minor…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down on Hopkins Road.
Hail Hail
Hail was reported in Latta.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was blocking portions of I-95 near Dillon. The public reported other trees down in the same area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on Poplar Creek Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree down on West Main St in Latta.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on I-95 north.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A weak tornado touched down south of Lester Road between the Little Pee Dee River and Riverview Loop. It crossed Lester Road moving north, and broke large limbs out of several trees. A few small pine trees were also broken off and knocked across the road.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A tornado touched down near SR 17-198 just south of Vicksburg Drive, and skipped north along the east side of West Country Club Road. Several large limbs were were broken out of tree tops, along with a few snapped small pine trees and hardwoods. Additional minor tree damage was o…
Tornado EF0 Tornado
A tornado broke large limbs out of the tops of trees on the east side of Blue Moon Drive. It moved north across open field, then broke additional limbs from trees before crossing Harlees Bridge Road. Several small pine trees were snapped along the north side of Harlees Bridge Roa…
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Water flowing across I-95 from Exit 181 and 190. Road was impassable.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A porch was partially blown down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down on Interstate 95 near mile marker 198.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell onto Interstate 95.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported blocking Highway 917 near Cattle Farm Rd.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snow began falling by afternoon on Jan 3rd. Two inches of snow had fallen by 9 pm, and the totals for the event ranged from three to six inches. The low pressure responsible for the winter weather bombed off the east coast, dropping 24 millibars in twenty four hours. Record cold …
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported down along Interstate 95.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported down on Highway 9. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported in the roadway along Fire Tower Rd. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Hail Hail
A brief period of quarter size hail was reported. The time was estimated based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines were reportedly down on Highway 9 near the intersection with Pee Dee Church Road.
A large oak tree fell onto a house on Bethea St. and crashed through the roof. The family was in the home at the time. A 4 year old child suffered head injuries and was hospitalized. The fallen tree resulted in significant structural damage. A nearby vehicle was severely damaged …
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Portions of U.S. 501 were impassable due to flood waters and the road was closed between Latta and Highway 9. Adjacent roadways and structures were impacted by the flood waters. The time was estimated.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Portions of Highway 9 were impassable due to flood waters and the road was closed between Dillon and Little Rock. Adjacent roadways and structures were impacted by the flood waters. The time was estimated.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A portion of Mt Calvary Road was closed due to flood waters. Adjacent structures were impacted by the flood waters. The time was estimated.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A portion of Oakland Road was closed due to flood waters. The time was estimated.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Portions of Pearlie Road were closed due to flood waters. The time was estimated.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 9 | 3 |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 0 |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 0 |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 | 18 | 1 |
| 2010 | 11 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 | 35 | 2 |
| 2007 | 9 | 0 |
| 2006 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 11 | 2 |
| 2003 | 13 | 0 |
| 2002 | 7 | 0 |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 |
| 2000 | 17 | 0 |
| 1999 | 10 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 1 |
| 1996 | 16 | 0 |
| 1995 | 17 | 1 |
| 1994 | 7 | 0 |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 4 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 | 2 |
| 1980 | 1 | 1 |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 4 | 0 |
| 1973 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | 1 | 1 |
| 1963 | 2 | 1 |
| 1962 | 1 | 0 |
| 1960 | 1 | 0 |
| 1956 | 1 | 1 |
| 1955 | 1 | 1 |
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