Storm event · Brown County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Johnstown, NE on Jun 20, 2024
On Jun 20, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Johnstown, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Johnstown has 13 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 69/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jun 20, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2024 | 1" | Johnstown, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Johnstown on Jun 20, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jun 20, 2024, 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 Johnstown, NE on Jun 20, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Johnstown on Jun 20, 2024. It's one of 13 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Johnstown on Jun 20, 2024 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 Jun 20, 2024 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 (Jun 20, 2024) 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 Jun 20, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Johnstown, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.