Storm event · Madison County, Alabama
Hail damage in Owens Cross Roads, AL on May 20, 2025
On May 20, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Owens Cross Roads, AL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Owens Cross Roads has 12 recorded hail events since 2022 (severity score 57/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 20, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | 1.75" | Owens Cross Roads, AL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Owens Cross Roads on May 20, 2025).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 20, 2025, up to 1.75") 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 Owens Cross Roads, AL on May 20, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Owens Cross Roads on May 20, 2025. It's one of 12 hail events logged in the area since 2022.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Owens Cross Roads on May 20, 2025 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the May 20, 2025 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 (May 20, 2025) and hail size (1.75") — 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 May 20, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Owens Cross Roads, AL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.