Storm event · Furnas County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Holbrook, NE on Jul 16, 2022
On Jul 16, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Holbrook, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Holbrook has 12 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 69/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 16, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2022 | 1.25" | Holbrook, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Holbrook on Jul 16, 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 16, 2022, 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 Holbrook, NE on Jul 16, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Holbrook on Jul 16, 2022. It's one of 12 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Holbrook on Jul 16, 2022 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 16, 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 16, 2022) 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 16, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Holbrook, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.