O’FALLON, Mo. – A severe hailstorm, with hailstones reaching the size of baseballs, wreaked havoc across parts of St. Charles County, causing significant damage to vehicles and homes. The storm struck the O’Fallon area on Thursday afternoon.
At Clement Ford on West Terra Lane, just off I-70, the aftermath was particularly visible. The dealership suffered damage to approximately 450 vehicles, including both new and used cars. The hail shattered windshields and dented hoods, showcasing the storm’s intensity.
Viewer-submitted videos captured the ferocity of the hail as it battered the region. The storm did not spare the county’s Emergency Operations Center, where the county and employees’ personal vehicles were also damaged. The director reported widespread damage to vehicles and homes throughout the county.
St. Dominic High School in O’Fallon was among the hardest hit. Photos from the scene showed the ground covered in hail, with the senior class parking lot sustaining considerable damage. School officials had to cover broken skylights with tarps as the storm continued to rage.
Despite the extensive property damage, there have been no reports of injuries. The community is now assessing the full extent of the damage as it begins the process of recovery and repair.
