Storm event · Hamilton County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Aurora, NE on Aug 7, 2021
On Aug 7, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Aurora, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Aurora has 7 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 54/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 7, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2021 | 1.25" | Aurora, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Aurora on Aug 7, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 7, 2021, up to 1.25") 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 Aurora, NE on Aug 7, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Aurora on Aug 7, 2021. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Aurora on Aug 7, 2021 measured 1.25". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1.25" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 7, 2021 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 (Aug 7, 2021) and hail size (1.25") — 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 Aug 7, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Aurora, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.