Storm event · Tallapoosa County, Alabama
Hail damage in Alexander City, AL on Jan 12, 2023
On Jan 12, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Alexander City, AL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Alexander City has 6 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 39/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jan 12, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 12, 2023 | 1" | Alexander City, AL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Alexander City on Jan 12, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jan 12, 2023, up to 1") for your address, which is the evidence adjusters look for. A confirmed 1"+ hail event on your roof, paired with an inspection, is what turns a claim into an approval.
Common questions
Did it hail in Alexander City, AL on Jan 12, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Alexander City on Jan 12, 2023. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Alexander City on Jan 12, 2023 measured 1". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Jan 12, 2023 storm?
Often yes. Most Alabama policies allow hail claims for a window after the storm (commonly up to a year), subject to your policy. A claim is far stronger when you document the exact date (Jan 12, 2023) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Alabama?
Most Alabama homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Jan 12, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Alexander City, AL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.