Storm event · Chase County, Kansas
Hail damage in Cottonwood Falls, KS on Apr 14, 2023
On Apr 14, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Cottonwood Falls, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Cottonwood Falls has 6 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 48/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 14, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2023 | 1" | Cottonwood Falls, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Cottonwood Falls on Apr 14, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Apr 14, 2023, 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 Cottonwood Falls, KS on Apr 14, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Cottonwood Falls on Apr 14, 2023. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Cottonwood Falls on Apr 14, 2023 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 Apr 14, 2023 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 (Apr 14, 2023) 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 Apr 14, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Cottonwood Falls, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.