Storm event · Brown County, Texas
Hail damage in Thunderbird Bay, TX on May 5, 2023
On May 5, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Thunderbird Bay, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Thunderbird Bay has 8 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 5, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2023 | 1" | Thunderbird Bay, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Thunderbird Bay on May 5, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 5, 2023, 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 Thunderbird Bay, TX on May 5, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Thunderbird Bay on May 5, 2023. It's one of 8 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Thunderbird Bay on May 5, 2023 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 5, 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 (May 5, 2023) 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 5, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Thunderbird Bay, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.