Storm event · Texas County, Oklahoma
Hail damage in Optima, OK on Oct 12, 2021
On Oct 12, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Optima, OK — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Optima has 7 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 69/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Oct 12, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2021 | 1.75" | Optima, OK |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Optima on Oct 12, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Oct 12, 2021, up to 1.75") 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 Optima, OK on Oct 12, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Optima on Oct 12, 2021. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Optima on Oct 12, 2021 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Oct 12, 2021 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 (Oct 12, 2021) and hail size (1.75") — 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 Oct 12, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Optima, OK. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.