Lightning reported near Sturdivant
Lightning struck a tall poplar tree at Camp Ascca, causing the tree to disintegrate. The strike entered the dining hall, causing extensive damage to electrical appliances and fire/water damage to the structure.
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For Chambers County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 14 damaging-wind reports (up to 50 mph) and 1 tornado report from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Lightning struck a tall poplar tree at Camp Ascca, causing the tree to disintegrate. The strike entered the dining hall, causing extensive damage to electrical appliances and fire/water damage to the structure.
There were 10 to 12 campers damaged at Pineywoods Campground as strong wind over Lake Wedowee moved onshore.
National Weather Service Meteorologists surveyed damage in|Tallapoosa County and determined that the damage was consistent|with a tornado. The tornado quickly touched down near Russell|Ferry Estates, crossing County Road 40 and passing...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Abanda
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
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