Storm event · Platte County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Creston, NE on Jul 17, 2023
On Jul 17, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Creston, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Creston has 4 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 33/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 17, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2023 | 1.25" | Creston, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Creston on Jul 17, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 17, 2023, up to 1.25") 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 Creston, NE on Jul 17, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Creston on Jul 17, 2023. It's one of 4 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Creston on Jul 17, 2023 measured 1.25". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1.25" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 17, 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 (Jul 17, 2023) and hail size (1.25") — 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 Jul 17, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Creston, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.