Storm event · Cherokee County, Kansas
Hail damage in Crestline, KS on Aug 15, 2020
On Aug 15, 2020, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Crestline, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Crestline has 7 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 15, 2020 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2020 | 1.75" | Crestline, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Crestline on Aug 15, 2020).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 15, 2020, 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 Crestline, KS on Aug 15, 2020?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Crestline on Aug 15, 2020. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Crestline on Aug 15, 2020 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 Aug 15, 2020 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 (Aug 15, 2020) 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 Aug 15, 2020 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Crestline, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.