Storm event · Hamilton County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Giltner, NE on Jul 26, 2022
On Jul 26, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Giltner, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Giltner has 6 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 26, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2022 | 2" | Giltner, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Giltner on Jul 26, 2022).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 26, 2022, up to 2") 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 Giltner, NE on Jul 26, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Giltner on Jul 26, 2022. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Giltner on Jul 26, 2022 measured 2". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 26, 2022 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 26, 2022) and hail size (2") — 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 26, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Giltner, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.