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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TPO is a heat-welded single-ply membrane common on commercial and low-slope roofs. It is white and reflective, and seam quality is what mostly decides its lifespan.
For Klamath County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 1 damaging-wind report (up to 50 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 severe thunderstorm along North 4th St, Highway 140, in Lakeview, Oregon generated strong downdraft straight line winds. Power lines were tipped over and tree limbs were down, resulting in 710 customers that lost power. The roof blew...
More than 2 dozen pine trees of 1 to 2 ft. diameter snapped or fell, as well as a 3.5 to 4 ft. diameter tree that fell and demolished a fence. A tree fell on a power line in Central Point, which destroyed a mobile home and caused a 15...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Merrill
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Flat roof (TPO / EPDM), average home | $5,000 – $12,000 |
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.
A thermoplastic polyolefin single-ply membrane whose seams are heat-welded; common on flat commercial roofs.
Both work. TPO is heat-welded and reflective; EPDM is a rubber membrane with glued or taped seams. Installer experience matters more than the name.
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 Klamath County building department for local rules.
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