Storm event · Kimball County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Bushnell, NE on Aug 22, 2026
On Aug 22, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Bushnell, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Bushnell has 13 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 60/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 22, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | 1" | Bushnell, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Bushnell on Aug 22, 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 22, 2026, 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 Bushnell, NE on Aug 22, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Bushnell on Aug 22, 2026. It's one of 13 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Bushnell on Aug 22, 2026 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 Aug 22, 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 22, 2026) and hail size (1") — 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 22, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Bushnell, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.