Baseball-sized hail detected near Salina, KS on June 13, 2026

Damage assessment

The hail strike was detected approximately 10 miles west of downtown Salina, with one report logged in Saline County that day. At 3 inches, this hail size typically causes functional damage to standard architectural asphalt shingles — the dominant roofing material in Salina. Roofs over 10 years old are particularly vulnerable to granule loss and exposed mat at this magnitude. The largest recorded hail in Saline County was 2.75 inches in September 2025, making this event slightly more severe than the county's previous maximum.

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Historical context

This ranks as the #4 largest hail event in Saline County's 10-year record of 293 documented storms. The county record stands at 4 inches from April 2022. June historically produces 34 hail events per decade in this area — typical activity for the peak season.

Storm system

This was part of a regional outbreak affecting seven counties across Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Riley County, Kansas recorded identical 3-inch hail the same day.

Contractor guidance

Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 2–4 weeks with moderate storm chaser risk in the area. Kansas requires all roofing contractors to hold registration under the Kansas Residential Roofing Act — verify any contractor's status through the Kansas Attorney General's office. Check for general liability, workers' comp, and current tax clearance before signing any contract.

Permits & building code

At 3 inches, full roof replacement is more likely than repair given the functional damage threshold. Contractors pull permits locally, with costs ranging $150–$350 and inspections required. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Kansas insurers.