Storm event · Grady County, Oklahoma
Hail damage in Bridge Creek, OK on Feb 26, 2023
On Feb 26, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Bridge Creek, OK — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Bridge Creek has 14 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 75/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Feb 26, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2023 | 1.5" | Bridge Creek, OK |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Bridge Creek on Feb 26, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Feb 26, 2023, up to 1.5") 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 Bridge Creek, OK on Feb 26, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Bridge Creek on Feb 26, 2023. It's one of 14 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Bridge Creek on Feb 26, 2023 measured 1.5". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.5" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Feb 26, 2023 storm?
Often yes. Most Oklahoma 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 (Feb 26, 2023) and hail size (1.5") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Oklahoma?
Most Oklahoma homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Feb 26, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Bridge Creek, OK. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.