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Hail damage in Brownell, KS on May 14, 2021
On May 14, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Brownell, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Brownell has 5 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 51/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 14, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2021 | 1.75" | Brownell, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Brownell on May 14, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 14, 2021, up to 1.75") 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 Brownell, KS on May 14, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Brownell on May 14, 2021. It's one of 5 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Brownell on May 14, 2021 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the May 14, 2021 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 (May 14, 2021) and hail size (1.75") — 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 May 14, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Brownell, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.