Storm event · Labette County, Kansas
Hail damage in Oswego, KS on Nov 4, 2022
On Nov 4, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Oswego, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Oswego has 6 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 30/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Nov 4, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2022 | 1" | Oswego, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Oswego on Nov 4, 2022).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Nov 4, 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 Oswego, KS on Nov 4, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Oswego on Nov 4, 2022. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Oswego on Nov 4, 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 Nov 4, 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 (Nov 4, 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 Nov 4, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Oswego, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.