52 mph estimated gust 2 mi E of Blue Knob
A line of severe thunderstorms producing wind gusts estimated at 60 mph knocked multiple trees down in Freedom Township.
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For Blair County, NOAA lists 1 hail report (largest 0.75 in), 27 damaging-wind reports (up to 87 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A line of severe thunderstorms producing wind gusts estimated at 60 mph knocked multiple trees down in Freedom Township.
A line of severe thunderstorms producing wind gusts estimated at 60 mph knocked trees and wires down along Juniata River Road in Woodbury Township.
A severe thunderstorm producing wind gusts estimated at 60 mph knocked trees and wires down onto Quarry Road approximately 2 miles south-southwest of Claysburg, blocking both lanes of the roadway.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Loop
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
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