Storm event · Marengo County, Alabama
Hail damage in Linden, AL on Mar 26, 2023
On Mar 26, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Linden, AL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Linden has 3 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Mar 26, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2023 | 1.5" | Linden, AL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Linden on Mar 26, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Mar 26, 2023, up to 1.5") 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 Linden, AL on Mar 26, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Linden on Mar 26, 2023. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Linden on Mar 26, 2023 measured 1.5". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.5" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Mar 26, 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 (Mar 26, 2023) and hail size (1.5") — 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 Mar 26, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Linden, AL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.