Storm event · Polk County, Texas
Hail damage in West Livingston, TX on May 16, 2024
On May 16, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near West Livingston, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. West Livingston has 3 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 21/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 16, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2024 | 1" | West Livingston, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near West Livingston on May 16, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 16, 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 West Livingston, TX on May 16, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near West Livingston on May 16, 2024. It's one of 3 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near West Livingston on May 16, 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 May 16, 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 (May 16, 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 May 16, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for West Livingston, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.