Storm event · Lauderdale County, Alabama
Hail damage in Underwood-Petersville, AL on Jan 12, 2023
On Jan 12, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Underwood-Petersville, AL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Underwood-Petersville has 4 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 27/100). 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" | Underwood-Petersville, AL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Underwood-Petersville 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 Underwood-Petersville, AL on Jan 12, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Underwood-Petersville on Jan 12, 2023. It's one of 4 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Underwood-Petersville 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 Underwood-Petersville, AL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.