Storm event · Washington County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Fontanelle, NE on Jul 28, 2023
On Jul 28, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fontanelle, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Fontanelle has 4 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 28, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2023 | 1" | Fontanelle, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Fontanelle on Jul 28, 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 28, 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 Fontanelle, NE on Jul 28, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fontanelle on Jul 28, 2023. It's one of 4 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Fontanelle on Jul 28, 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 Jul 28, 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 28, 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 Jul 28, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Fontanelle, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.