Baseball-sized hail detected near Dodge City, KS on June 20, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Dodge City monitoring area. Actual impact can vary by neighborhood, so nearby homes should use this as a signal to check roofs, gutters, siding, and vehicles.
Damage assessment
The radar-confirmed strike center was approximately 11 miles west of downtown Dodge City, with one hail report logged in Ford County that day. At 4 inches, architectural asphalt shingles — the dominant material in Dodge City — face near-certain functional damage: granule loss, cracked or displaced tabs, and compromised underlayment are expected outcomes at this size, regardless of shingle age. Older roofs lose the benefit of the doubt entirely; even roofs under ten years old should be inspected for hidden structural damage. Ford County's largest recorded event reached 4 inches on September 8, 2025, putting this event at the same threshold — both sit well above the size at which cosmetic distinctions stop mattering.
On a $122,800 home with a 2% wind/hail deductible, you're looking at roughly $2,456 out of pocket before insurance pays anything. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $6,398, with the range spanning $5,234 to $7,561. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, the typical repair cost exceeds a standard 2% deductible. Contact your insurer — damage at this level is likely worth filing before you pay out of pocket.
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Historical context
Among 275 Ford County hail events of 1 inch or larger recorded over the past ten years, this event ranks fourth by magnitude — a top-tier result in a county with a credible enough record to make that meaningful. The largest event on record reached 5 inches on May 24, 2016. June historically sees about 80 hail events per decade in this county, which is above average and consistent with the region's active early-summer storm pattern.
Storm system
Finney County recorded 3.25-inch hail the same day, suggesting this was a broader regional system rather than an isolated storm cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 1 to 2 weeks — relatively short, but Dodge City's thin local roofing market means capacity can tighten fast as inspections stack up. The intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate following major regional events in this area, so be deliberate about who you let on your roof. Kansas requires roofing contractors to hold a valid registration certificate under the Kansas Residential Roofing Act (KSA § 50-6,123 et seq.), backed by proof of general liability insurance, workers' comp, and an annual tax clearance from the Department of Revenue. Verify registration status through the Kansas Attorney General's office before signing anything.
Permits & building code
At 4 inches, full roof replacement is the more likely outcome than spot repair on most asphalt shingle roofs. The contractor pulls the permit in Dodge City, inspection is required, and permit costs typically run $150 to $350. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Kansas insurers.
- 1Photograph all visible roof damage, gutters, downspouts, siding, and any vehicles — date-stamp every image.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a Kansas-registered roofing contractor.
- 3Contact your insurer to report the damage and open a claim.
- 4Verify any contractor's registration status through the Kansas Attorney General's office before signing a contract.
- 5Keep copies of all estimates, inspection reports, and correspondence with your insurer and any contractors.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Dodge City inspection
This event is based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data (SWDI) and is radar-confirmed, with a full NWS write-up pending.