Storm event · Anderson County, Texas
Hail damage in Palestine, TX on Sep 24, 2023
On Sep 24, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Palestine, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Palestine has 21 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 87/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Sep 24, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2023 | 2" | Palestine, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Palestine on Sep 24, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Sep 24, 2023, up to 2") 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 Palestine, TX on Sep 24, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Palestine on Sep 24, 2023. It's one of 21 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Palestine on Sep 24, 2023 measured 2". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Sep 24, 2023 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 (Sep 24, 2023) and hail size (2") — 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 Sep 24, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Palestine, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.