Lightning reported 3 mi ESE of Aimar
The Long County 911 Call Center reported a power pole caught fire due to a lightning strike near the intersection of Arnall Drive near Sphar Drive.
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After a storm, the first steps are safety, documentation and stopping further water damage. Photograph the damage from the ground, cover openings with a tarp, keep receipts and report the loss to your insurer.
For Wayne County, NOAA lists 1 hail report (largest 0.88 in), 5 damaging-wind reports (up to 60 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
The Long County 911 Call Center reported a power pole caught fire due to a lightning strike near the intersection of Arnall Drive near Sphar Drive.
Numerous mobile homes suffered major damage to roofs and siding in the Odum area. Many roofs were peeled off completely destroying the roof. A shipping container was also flipped onto its side. Time was estimated from radar.
Emergency management reported several trees down east southeast of Ludowici along Old Macon Darien Road, Hill Street, Prince Road and Stafford Dairy Road. A few trees fell on homes. Minor damage was also reported to a few homes due to...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Screven
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $1,500 |
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
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.
Stay off the roof, take dated photos from the ground, make temporary repairs to prevent more damage, and call your insurer.
Policies often set a deadline, commonly within a year of the loss and sometimes sooner. Check your policy.
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 Wayne County building department for local rules.
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