Storm event · Mitchell County, Kansas
Hail damage in Glen Elder, KS on May 26, 2021
On May 26, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Glen Elder, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Glen Elder has 5 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 36/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 26, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2021 | 1" | Glen Elder, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Glen Elder on May 26, 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 26, 2021, 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 Glen Elder, KS on May 26, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Glen Elder on May 26, 2021. It's one of 5 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Glen Elder on May 26, 2021 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 May 26, 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 26, 2021) 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 May 26, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Glen Elder, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.