Storm event · Kiowa County, Colorado
Hail damage in Brandon, CO on Sep 20, 2026
On Sep 20, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 3.1" near Brandon, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Brandon has 11 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 70/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 20, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | 3.1" | Brandon, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Brandon on Sep 20, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 20, 2026, up to 3.1") 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 Brandon, CO on Sep 20, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 3.1" near Brandon on Sep 20, 2026. It's one of 11 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Brandon on Sep 20, 2026 measured 3.1". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 3.1" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Sep 20, 2026 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 (Sep 20, 2026) and hail size (3.1") — 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 Sep 20, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Brandon, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.