Storm event · Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Hail damage in Midwest City, OK on Aug 16, 2026
On Aug 16, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Midwest City, OK — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Midwest City has 26 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 16, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2026 | 1.25" | Midwest City, OK |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Midwest City on Aug 16, 2026).
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, 2026, up to 1.25") 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 Midwest City, OK on Aug 16, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Midwest City on Aug 16, 2026. It's one of 26 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Midwest City on Aug 16, 2026 measured 1.25". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1.25" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 16, 2026 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 (Aug 16, 2026) and hail size (1.25") — 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 Aug 16, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Midwest City, OK. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.