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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Water stains on a ceiling are often far from where the water actually enters the roof. A proper leak repair traces the path to the source, such as flashing, a pipe boot, a valley or a damaged shingle, and fixes that.
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.
A weak EF0 tornado embedded in a line of severe thunderstorms|occurred in the Salem area on the evening of May 3. The tornado|began over a wooded area east of Lee Road 151, northeast of the|National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT)...
Up to 1.5-inch hail was reported at Wacoochee Elementary School.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Five Points
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $1,500 |
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
National planning ranges for an average ~2,000 sq ft home, not quotes. Local labor, roof pitch, layers to remove, materials and permits change the price.
Move belongings, catch the water, photograph the damage, and call a roofer for a temporary cover. If a storm caused it, contact your insurer before permanent repairs.
Often yes. Flashing and boot leaks are common and cheap to repair. Several leaks across an old roof can mean it is time to replace.
Many cities and counties require a building permit for roof work; the roofing company normally pulls it. Ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the Chambers County building department for local rules.
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