Storm event · Brown County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Long Pine, NE on May 14, 2024
On May 14, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Long Pine, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Long Pine has 7 recorded hail events since 2023 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 14, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2024 | 1" | Long Pine, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Long Pine on May 14, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 14, 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 Long Pine, NE on May 14, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Long Pine on May 14, 2024. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2023.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Long Pine on May 14, 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 May 14, 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 (May 14, 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 May 14, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Long Pine, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.