Storm event · Logan County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Gandy, NE on Aug 28, 2021
On Aug 28, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Gandy, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Gandy has 9 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 75/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 28, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2021 | 1.5" | Gandy, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Gandy on Aug 28, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 28, 2021, up to 1.5") 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 Gandy, NE on Aug 28, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Gandy on Aug 28, 2021. It's one of 9 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Gandy on Aug 28, 2021 measured 1.5". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.5" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 28, 2021 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 (Aug 28, 2021) and hail size (1.5") — 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 Aug 28, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Gandy, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.