Martin, SC Hail Storm – August 2026

StormSnipe reports hail in Martin, SC on August 11, 2026, producing a peak hail size of 1.37 inches. This is a multi-zone aggregate storm report.

What Happened

A late-afternoon to early-evening convective cluster produced hail across Martin, SC on August 11, 2026. The NWS issued two separate alerts for the event. At 4:08 PM EDT (20:08 UTC) the first warning cited 0.75-inch hail and was issued as NWS warning only. At 5:48 PM EDT (21:48 UTC) a second warning cited 1.00-inch hail and was issued as NWS warning only. The aggregated peak hail measurement for the event was 1.37 inches.

Radar signatures tracked the cells moving through the metro Martin area between late afternoon and early evening. NWS warning-only status indicates no public spotter confirmation listed in those warning products. Local hail reports and aggregated measurements produced the reported peak value.

Damage Assessment

Observed and reported hail sizes across the event ranged from roughly 0.75 inch to 1.37 inches. Hail in that range commonly produces vehicle dents on exposed metal panels. Asphalt shingle granule loss and localized bruising are likely where roofing is older or already weathered. Vinyl siding can suffer surface pitting. Single-pane glass and skylights have elevated risk of cracking under 1.37-inch impacts.

Damage distribution will be uneven across the Martin metro. Streets and exposed surfaces in the storm path that experienced the larger end of the hail distribution are the most likely locations for vehicle and exterior material damage. No statewide or county-level damage summary is included here; inspect properties in the reported alert polygon and along the local hail track for discrete impacts.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize roofing and vehicle inspections in zones that intersect the NWS warning polygon and the local hail track. On roofs, document shingle granule loss, torn or split shingles, bruising, and any exposed underlayment. Photograph damage with scale and location notes. For vehicles, take wide and close photos of dents and punctures before moving or washing the vehicle.

Record precise locations and measured hail sizes when possible. Use timestamps and the NWS alert times for cross-reference. Because both NWS alerts were issued as NWS warning only, seek additional ground verification before final loss estimates. Measure and log instances of siding pitting, cracked glazing, and bent metal components for repair scopes.

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