Storm event · Gage County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Odell, NE on Apr 25, 2024
On Apr 25, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Odell, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Odell has 5 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 45/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 25, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2024 | 1.75" | Odell, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Odell on Apr 25, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Apr 25, 2024, up to 1.75") 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 Odell, NE on Apr 25, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Odell on Apr 25, 2024. It's one of 5 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Odell on Apr 25, 2024 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Apr 25, 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 (Apr 25, 2024) and hail size (1.75") — 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 Apr 25, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Odell, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.