Storm event · Madison County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Meadow Grove, NE on Oct 23, 2022
On Oct 23, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Meadow Grove, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Meadow Grove has 15 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 87/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Oct 23, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2022 | 1.25" | Meadow Grove, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Meadow Grove on Oct 23, 2022).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Oct 23, 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 Meadow Grove, NE on Oct 23, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Meadow Grove on Oct 23, 2022. It's one of 15 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Meadow Grove on Oct 23, 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 Oct 23, 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 (Oct 23, 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 Oct 23, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Meadow Grove, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.