Storm event · Ector County, Texas
Hail damage in West Odessa, TX on Nov 17, 2024
On Nov 17, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near West Odessa, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. West Odessa has 15 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 75/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Nov 17, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2024 | 1" | West Odessa, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near West Odessa on Nov 17, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Nov 17, 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 Odessa, TX on Nov 17, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near West Odessa on Nov 17, 2024. It's one of 15 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near West Odessa on Nov 17, 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 Nov 17, 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 (Nov 17, 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 Nov 17, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for West Odessa, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.