Storm event · Bell County, Texas
Hail damage in Little River-Academy, TX on Apr 9, 2024
On Apr 9, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Little River-Academy, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Little River-Academy has 3 recorded hail events since 2022 (severity score 33/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 9, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2024 | 1" | Little River-Academy, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Little River-Academy on Apr 9, 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 9, 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 Little River-Academy, TX on Apr 9, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Little River-Academy on Apr 9, 2024. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2022.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Little River-Academy on Apr 9, 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 9, 2024 storm?
Often yes. Most Texas 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 9, 2024) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Texas?
Most Texas homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Apr 9, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Little River-Academy, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.