Storm event · Nemaha County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Auburn, NE on May 12, 2023
On May 12, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Auburn, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Auburn has 17 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 78/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 12, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2023 | 1.75" | Auburn, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Auburn on May 12, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 12, 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 Auburn, NE on May 12, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Auburn on May 12, 2023. It's one of 17 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Auburn on May 12, 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 May 12, 2023 storm?
Often yes. Most Nebraska 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 12, 2023) and hail size (1.75") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Nebraska?
Most Nebraska homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The May 12, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Auburn, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.