Storm event · Boone County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Cedar Rapids, NE on Sep 23, 2023
On Sep 23, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Cedar Rapids, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Cedar Rapids has 5 recorded hail events since 2023 (severity score 36/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 23, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2023 | 1" | Cedar Rapids, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Cedar Rapids on Sep 23, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 23, 2023, 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 Cedar Rapids, NE on Sep 23, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Cedar Rapids on Sep 23, 2023. It's one of 5 hail events logged in the area since 2023.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Cedar Rapids on Sep 23, 2023 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 Sep 23, 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 (Sep 23, 2023) 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 Sep 23, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Cedar Rapids, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.