Storm event · Hale County, Texas
Hail damage in Seth Ward, TX on May 23, 2020
On May 23, 2020, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Seth Ward, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Seth Ward has 7 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 45/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 23, 2020 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2020 | 1" | Seth Ward, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Seth Ward on May 23, 2020).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 23, 2020, 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 Seth Ward, TX on May 23, 2020?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Seth Ward on May 23, 2020. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Seth Ward on May 23, 2020 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 May 23, 2020 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 (May 23, 2020) 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 May 23, 2020 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Seth Ward, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.