Storm event · Sheridan County, Nebraska
Hail damage in White Clay, NE on May 14, 2024
On May 14, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near White Clay, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. White Clay has 10 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 45/100). 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" | White Clay, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near White Clay 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 White Clay, NE on May 14, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near White Clay on May 14, 2024. It's one of 10 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near White Clay 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 White Clay, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.