Storm event · Lee County, Alabama
Hail damage in Smiths Station, AL on Dec 30, 2021
On Dec 30, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Smiths Station, AL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Smiths Station has 3 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 30/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Dec 30, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2021 | 1.75" | Smiths Station, AL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Smiths Station on Dec 30, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Dec 30, 2021, 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 Smiths Station, AL on Dec 30, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Smiths Station on Dec 30, 2021. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Smiths Station on Dec 30, 2021 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 Dec 30, 2021 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 (Dec 30, 2021) 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 Dec 30, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Smiths Station, AL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.