Lightning reported 4 mi NE of Dover
The Screven County 911 Call Center reported a lightning strike to a tree on the 400 Block of Gilgal Road.
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If a storm damaged your roof, you can file a claim with your insurer. Document the damage, get a roofer’s inspection report, and read your policy for deductibles and deadlines before you sign a repair contract.
For Jenkins County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 4 damaging-wind reports (up to 50 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
The Screven County 911 Call Center reported a lightning strike to a tree on the 400 Block of Gilgal Road.
National Weather Service storm survey determined one of two close proximity tornadoes touched down east Girard. The southern most of these two tornadoes began along Royal Road just north of Stoney Bluff Road causing minor tree damage....
A National Weather Service storm survey determined that one of two close proximity EF-0 tornadoes touched down east of Girard, GA with peak wind speeds of 80 mph. The northernmost tornado began near the intersection of Stoney Bluff Road...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Perkins
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $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.
Photograph the damage, make temporary repairs, call your insurer to open a claim and keep records of all costs.
A roofer can provide documentation and meet the adjuster, but you are the policyholder and make the decisions. Read anything before signing.
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 Jenkins County building department for local rules.
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