Storm event · Dawson County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Cozad, NE on Jun 29, 2024
On Jun 29, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 4" near Cozad, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Cozad has 6 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 66/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jun 29, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2024 | 4" | Cozad, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Cozad on Jun 29, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jun 29, 2024, up to 4") 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 Cozad, NE on Jun 29, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 4" near Cozad on Jun 29, 2024. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Cozad on Jun 29, 2024 measured 4". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 4" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Jun 29, 2024 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 (Jun 29, 2024) and hail size (4") — 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 Jun 29, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Cozad, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.