Lightning reported 1 mi N of Green Point
Franklin County dispatch and the local fire dept confirmed a palmetto that caught fire at the Gramercy Plantation from a likely lightning strike.
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For Franklin County, NOAA lists 1 hail report (largest 1.75 in), 10 damaging-wind reports (up to 61 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Franklin County dispatch and the local fire dept confirmed a palmetto that caught fire at the Gramercy Plantation from a likely lightning strike.
Franklin County dispatch and the local fire dept reported fried wiring, phone lines down, and compromised security gate at a home from a likely lightning strike at the St George Island Plantation around Hawthorne.
A tornadic waterspout moved onshore into Mexico Beach at approximately 6:30 am CDT, causing roof and siding damage to a couple of homes along the beach. The roof of the El Governor hotel was lifted and tossed across U.S. 98 into an RV...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Apalachicola
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
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.
For leaks and storm damage many companies offer same-day or next-day inspections. Planned replacements are often scheduled a few weeks out.
Many roofers inspect and estimate for free; some charge for detailed reports or for insurance documentation. Ask before the visit.
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 Franklin County building department for local rules.
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