Franklin (c) storm history
Storm events recorded in Franklin (c), Virginia between 1950 and 2025.
75
Total events
1
Tornadoes
13
Hail
9
Floods
0
Deaths
$4.6M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Numerous roads closed. The Blackwater River flooded much of downtown Franklin where numerous businesses and residences sustained water damage.
Hail Hail
The public reported 1.75 inch diameter at The Serve restaurant in Downtown Franklin. A few vehicles also received minor damage from the hail.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
A rainfall total of 1.9 inches was reported in Hunterdale. A rainfall total of 1.67 inches was reported in (0.5 ESE) Franklin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
One inch tree limbs were broken. Shingles were blown off of a roof.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall total of 4.67 inches was reported at Hunterdale.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Small branches were blown off of trees, and debris was blown out of trash bins.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Three inch tree limbs were broken. Power poles were broken.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall total of 2.02 inches was measured at (1 E) Franklin.
Flood Flood
Numerous roads were impassible or closed due to continued flooding from recent heavy rainfall.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals generally ranged between four inches and five inches across the county. Rainfall total of 4.99 inches was reported at (0.5 ESE) Franklin.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals were between three inches and four inches across the county. Rainfall total of 3.55 inches was reported at (0.5 ESE) Franklin.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall total of 3.36 inches was reported at Franklin.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals between two and four inches were reported across the county.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals between three and four inches were reported across the county. Rainfall total of 3.20 inches was reported at (0.5 ESE) Franklin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were uprooted or snapped. Roof was blown off.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees were downed and power outages were reported throughout the city of Franklin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Extensive wind damage was reported throughout the city of Franklin. Approximately 40 homes were damaged in an area around Clay Street, High Street, and 4th Avenue. Wind damage was likely due to a downburst. Numerous power outages were also reported.
Hail Hail
Golf ball size hail was reported. Hail was covering the ground.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Wind gust of 51 knots (59 mph) was measured in the city of Franklin.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall total of 3.03 inches was reported at Station VA-ST-17 (Franklin).
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall total of 2.73 inches was reported at Mesonet Station FKLV2 (Franklin).
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Wind gust of 51 knots (59 mph) was measured.
Hail Hail
Half dollar size hail was reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Awning was blown off of a gas station.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
An estimated wind gust of 53 knots (61 mph) was reported.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals generally ranged from 5 to 9 inches across the county. Franklin Airport (FKN) reported 8.78 inches of rain.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Numerous roads were impassable or closed, and some small creeks or streams were out of their banks due to heavy rain causing flash flooding across much of the city.
Flood Flood
Heavy rain caused an extended period of significant flooding across much of the city. Numerous roads were impassable or closed for several days, and many homes and businesses were impacted.
Flood Flood
Heavy rain caused flooding across much of the county with numerous roads washed out or closed.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall totals generally ranged from 3 to 6 inches across the county. Franklin Municipal Airport (FKN) reported 5.44 inches of rain.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail was reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Large limbs were downed on power lines. Power outages were reported.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail covered the ground.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Wind gust of 53 knots (61 mph) was measured in the City of Franklin.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall amounts generally ranged between 1.5 inches and 2.5 inches across the county.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Spotter measured 1.25 inches of rain in 15 minutes.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall amounts ranged from two inches to five inches.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail was reported.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail was reported. Police cars were damaged by hail.
Hail Hail
Golf ball size hail was reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Two trees were downed.
Funnel Cloud Funnel Cloud
Funnel cloud was reported just northwest of Franklin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Wind gust of 62 knots (71 mph) was measured by spotter.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed south of Franklin along General Thomas Highway and Smith Ferry Road.
Flood Flood
Heavy rains associated with Hurricane Irene produced widespread low-land flooding across much of the county, including roadways which were washed out or closed. Storm total rainfall generally ranged from six to eleven inches.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Wind gust of 61 mph was measured at FKN.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Large tree was downed on a house.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were downed on Clay Street.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall amounts of six to eleven inches occurred across the county.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Rainfall amounts of one to three inches occurred across the county.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 4 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |