Storm event · Knox County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Creighton, NE on Sep 1, 2026
On Sep 1, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Creighton, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Creighton has 8 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 54/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 1, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | 1" | Creighton, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Creighton on Sep 1, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 1, 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 Creighton, NE on Sep 1, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Creighton on Sep 1, 2026. It's one of 8 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Creighton on Sep 1, 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 Sep 1, 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 (Sep 1, 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 Sep 1, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Creighton, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.