Storm event · Lyon County, Kansas
Hail damage in Neosho Rapids, KS on Sep 21, 2023
On Sep 21, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Neosho Rapids, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Neosho Rapids has 4 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 45/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 21, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2023 | 1.75" | Neosho Rapids, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Neosho Rapids on Sep 21, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 21, 2023, 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 Neosho Rapids, KS on Sep 21, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Neosho Rapids on Sep 21, 2023. It's one of 4 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Neosho Rapids on Sep 21, 2023 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 Sep 21, 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 (Sep 21, 2023) 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 Sep 21, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Neosho Rapids, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.