Storm event · Johnson County, Kansas
Hail damage in Linwood, KS on Mar 13, 2024
On Mar 13, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Linwood, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Linwood 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 Mar 13, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2024 | 1" | Linwood, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Linwood on Mar 13, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Mar 13, 2024, 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 Linwood, KS on Mar 13, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Linwood on Mar 13, 2024. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Linwood on Mar 13, 2024 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 Mar 13, 2024 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 (Mar 13, 2024) 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 Mar 13, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Linwood, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.