Lightning reported near Ashland
A thunderstorm in the city of Ashland produced a lightning strike that burned a hole in the roof of a home.
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For Jackson County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 8 damaging-wind reports (up to 61 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A thunderstorm in the city of Ashland produced a lightning strike that burned a hole in the roof of a home.
A long-lived thunderstorm produced strong winds across the city of Gold Hill. Damage included multiple trees falling across roads and power lines, and a fallen tree that damaged a home.
Strong winds downed 13 110 ft. tall wooden power poles along Highway 238 between Central Point and Jacksonville. A car was totaled after it drove into one of the poles. There were many fallen trees and limbs, which damaged 3 vehicles in...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Talent
| 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 |
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.
Roof area, materials by brand and product line, tear-off and disposal, underlayment and flashing, permit, start and finish dates, warranty terms and the payment schedule.
No. A very low bid can mean thinner materials, missing steps or no insurance. Compare what is included, not only the total.
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