Storm event · Harlan County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Orleans, NE on Aug 16, 2020
On Aug 16, 2020, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Orleans, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Orleans has 8 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 45/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 16, 2020 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2020 | 1.75" | Orleans, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Orleans on Aug 16, 2020).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 16, 2020, 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 Orleans, NE on Aug 16, 2020?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Orleans on Aug 16, 2020. It's one of 8 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Orleans on Aug 16, 2020 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 Aug 16, 2020 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 (Aug 16, 2020) 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 Aug 16, 2020 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Orleans, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.