Storm event · Pueblo County, Colorado
Hail damage in Blende, CO on Jul 13, 2023
On Jul 13, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 3" near Blende, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Blende has 12 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 72/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 13, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2023 | 3" | Blende, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Blende on Jul 13, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 13, 2023, up to 3") 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 Blende, CO on Jul 13, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 3" near Blende on Jul 13, 2023. It's one of 12 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Blende on Jul 13, 2023 measured 3". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 3" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 13, 2023 storm?
Often yes. Most Colorado 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 (Jul 13, 2023) and hail size (3") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Colorado?
Most Colorado homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Jul 13, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Blende, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.