Storm event · Pontotoc County, Oklahoma
Hail damage in Byng, OK on Feb 15, 2023
On Feb 15, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Byng, OK — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Byng has 9 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 57/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Feb 15, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2023 | 1" | Byng, OK |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Byng on Feb 15, 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 15, 2023, 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 Byng, OK on Feb 15, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Byng on Feb 15, 2023. It's one of 9 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Byng on Feb 15, 2023 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 Feb 15, 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 15, 2023) and hail size (1") — 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 15, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Byng, OK. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.