Storm event · Garfield County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Burwell, NE on Aug 17, 2026
On Aug 17, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Burwell, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Burwell has 21 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 93/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 17, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2026 | 2" | Burwell, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Burwell on Aug 17, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 17, 2026, up to 2") 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 Burwell, NE on Aug 17, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Burwell on Aug 17, 2026. It's one of 21 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Burwell on Aug 17, 2026 measured 2". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 17, 2026 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 17, 2026) and hail size (2") — 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 17, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Burwell, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.