Storm event · Bourbon County, Kansas
Hail damage in Fort Scott, KS on Oct 12, 2022
On Oct 12, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fort Scott, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Fort Scott has 6 recorded hail events since 2022 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Oct 12, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2022 | 1" | Fort Scott, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Fort Scott on Oct 12, 2022).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Oct 12, 2022, 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 Fort Scott, KS on Oct 12, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fort Scott on Oct 12, 2022. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2022.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Fort Scott on Oct 12, 2022 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 Oct 12, 2022 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 (Oct 12, 2022) 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 Oct 12, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Fort Scott, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.