Storm event · Harvey County, Kansas
Hail damage in North Newton, KS on May 19, 2024
On May 19, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near North Newton, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. North Newton has 3 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 30/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 19, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2024 | 1" | North Newton, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near North Newton on May 19, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 19, 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 North Newton, KS on May 19, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near North Newton on May 19, 2024. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near North Newton on May 19, 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 May 19, 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 (May 19, 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 May 19, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for North Newton, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.