NOAA NCEI STORM EVENTS DATABASE

Wind near
Brandon, Florida

January 18, 2026 · Hillsborough County

REPORTED HAZARDWind
REPORTED MAGNITUDE43 mph estimated
REPORT POINT27.94°, -82.28°
PLAIN-LANGUAGE SUMMARY

What the report says

A wind was documented Brandon, near Brandon on January 18, 2026. The official record identifies the event and its observation point; it does not confirm damage to a particular home or building.

County fire rescue reported a tree down across power lines near Brandon.

How to read this result

43 mph estimated This is a measurement or classification from the weather record. It tells you what was observed near the point, not the condition of your roof.

LOCATION CONTEXT

Where the report was recorded

Brandon, Florida

Marker = reported observation point. This map shows geographic context only; it is not a verified storm-damage boundary or an affected-area estimate.

What strong wind can mean for a roof

Strong wind can lift shingle edges, loosen ridge caps, bend flashing, and move branches or debris into a roof surface. A reported wind speed describes the weather at the observation point; it does not show the exact wind your building experienced.

Look for lifted, missing, creased, or displaced shingles and ridge caps.
Check gutters, downspouts, flashing, screens, and nearby trees for fresh damage.
Inspect ceilings and attic spaces for water staining that appeared after the event.

Property damage in the event record

NOAA event-level estimate: 2.50K. This figure belongs to the broader weather event and is not an estimate for any individual property.

Important limitation

The report point is not a mapped storm footprint. Weather near a property does not establish that the roof sustained damage. Only a physical inspection can determine the actual condition of a roof, exterior, or building.

Recommended next steps

  1. Stay on the ground. Use binoculars or a ground-level view; do not climb onto a roof after severe weather.
  2. Document what you notice. Photograph visible issues from a safe location and note when leaks or staining first appeared.
  3. Have a professional look. If you see warning signs or want certainty, request an in-person property assessment.
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