Storm event · El Paso County, Colorado
Hail damage in Security-Widefield, CO on Sep 7, 2024
On Sep 7, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Security-Widefield, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Security-Widefield has 29 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 7, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2024 | 1" | Security-Widefield, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Security-Widefield on Sep 7, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 7, 2024, 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 Security-Widefield, CO on Sep 7, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Security-Widefield on Sep 7, 2024. It's one of 29 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Security-Widefield on Sep 7, 2024 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 Sep 7, 2024 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 7, 2024) and hail size (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 7, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Security-Widefield, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.