Storm event · Cloud County, Kansas
Hail damage in Ames, KS on Sep 24, 2019
On Sep 24, 2019, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Ames, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Ames has 3 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 21/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 24, 2019 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2019 | 1" | Ames, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Ames on Sep 24, 2019).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 24, 2019, 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 Ames, KS on Sep 24, 2019?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Ames on Sep 24, 2019. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Ames on Sep 24, 2019 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 24, 2019 storm?
Often yes. Most Kansas 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 24, 2019) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Kansas?
Most Kansas homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Sep 24, 2019 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Ames, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.