Lightning reported 2 mi W of Metter
Candler County Emergency Management reported a residential fire due to a lightning strike in the 9500 block of Hiawatha Road. The structure is considered a possible total loss due to the fire.
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Asphalt shingles are the most common roof in the US and typically last about 15 to 25 years. Architectural shingles cost more than basic three-tab and generally last longer.
For Toombs County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 3 damaging-wind reports (up to 56 mph) and 1 tornado report from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Candler County Emergency Management reported a residential fire due to a lightning strike in the 9500 block of Hiawatha Road. The structure is considered a possible total loss due to the fire.
Candler County dispatch reported that lightning struck a power line and caused it to fall into the roadway at the intersection of Greenwood Circle and Brannen Road.
Candler County Emergency Management provided numerous ground and aerial photos of wind damage on a farm in the 1700 block of Hadden Road. Numerous trees were uprooted on the property, with one tree down on a home. The tree penetrated...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Ohoopee
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| 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.
Commonly 15 to 25 years depending on the product, climate, ventilation and installation quality.
Architectural (laminated) shingles are thicker, look dimensional and usually carry longer warranties than flat three-tab shingles.
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 Toombs County building department for local rules.
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