Storm event · Custer County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Merna, NE on Jul 11, 2023
On Jul 11, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Merna, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Merna has 10 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 51/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 11, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2023 | 1.25" | Merna, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Merna on Jul 11, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 11, 2023, 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 Merna, NE on Jul 11, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Merna on Jul 11, 2023. It's one of 10 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Merna on Jul 11, 2023 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 11, 2023 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 11, 2023) 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 11, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Merna, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.