Rock Hill man’s backyard takes ‘absolute beating’ after South Carolina experiences largest hail in 13 years [Video]

ROCK HILL, S.C. – A buzzsaw of a storm swept through South Carolina last weekend, causing significant damage in Rock Hill.

Although some residents suspected a tornado caused the trees to fall and power lines to be pulled down, the National Weather Service found no evidence of such damage. However, extensive damage was caused by the combination of winds reaching up to 90 mph and hail the size of softballs. A few minor injuries were reported.

The storm that blew through York County on April 20 spanned over 22 miles, from York to Interstate 77, with a maximum width of over 5.5 miles.

ALL HAIL BROKE LOOSE’: SOFTBALL-SIZE HAIL DESTROYS PROPERTY IN CAROLINAS DURING WEEKEND HAILSTORM

In Rock Hill, some areas experienced a hailstorm with hailstones up to 4 inches in diameter, the largest reported in South Carolina in 13 years. The hailstones left yards and properties covered, giving the appearance of snow.

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