Lightning reported 1 mi WSW of Forreston
Camper struck by lightning and burned up. The camper was along Plum Nellie Road.
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Roof restoration extends the life of a roof that is still structurally sound, through cleaning, repairs and sometimes a coating. It is mostly used on flat, metal and some tile roofs.
For Lowndes County, NOAA lists 12 hail reports (largest 1.5 in), 31 damaging-wind reports (up to 65 mph) and 4 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Camper struck by lightning and burned up. The camper was along Plum Nellie Road.
Quarter sized hail fell in Columbus.
Trees were blown down onto a few homes in Columbus including one on Waterworks Road, two homes on Gaylane Drive, one home on Alabama Street, and one on Taylor Street. A few power lines were also blown down in the city.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for New Hope
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
| Flat roof (TPO / EPDM), average home | $5,000 – $12,000 |
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.
A set of repairs and a protective coating that extends service life without a full tear-off.
When decking is rotted, insulation is wet in many places or the roof is past the point where a coating can help.
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 Lowndes County building department for local rules.
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