Storm event · Cherry County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Wood Lake, NE on Apr 15, 2024
On Apr 15, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Wood Lake, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Wood Lake has 7 recorded hail events since 2022 (severity score 45/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 15, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2024 | 1" | Wood Lake, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Wood Lake on Apr 15, 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 15, 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 Wood Lake, NE on Apr 15, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Wood Lake on Apr 15, 2024. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2022.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Wood Lake on Apr 15, 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 Apr 15, 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 15, 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 Apr 15, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Wood Lake, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.