Storm event · Kimball County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Dix, NE on Sep 22, 2023
On Sep 22, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Dix, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Dix has 11 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 75/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 22, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2023 | 1" | Dix, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Dix on Sep 22, 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 22, 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 Dix, NE on Sep 22, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Dix on Sep 22, 2023. It's one of 11 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Dix on Sep 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Dix, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.