Golf ball-sized hail detected near Moore, OK on August 16, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Moore 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 fell approximately 9 miles southeast of downtown Moore, with one hail report logged in Cleveland County that day. At 2.5 inches, this event sits at the threshold where functional damage to standard architectural asphalt shingles is expected — granule loss, cracked tabs, and compromised mat integrity are common outcomes at this size, not just cosmetic bruising. Roofs already 10 or more years old face a higher probability of full functional loss; newer installations may show damage that's still claim-worthy but less extensive. Cleveland County's all-time record stands at 3 inches from April 2023, so this event falls below that peak but ranks eighth among 129 events of one inch or greater over the past decade.
On a $189,300 home with a 2% wind-and-hail deductible, out-of-pocket exposure starts at roughly $3,786 before insurance contributes. Typical repair cost for a 2,000-square-foot roof runs $5,839 — ranging from $4,777 to $6,900 — and full replacement averages $9,731. 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.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Moore inspection
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Historical context
This event ranks eighth out of 129 hail events of one inch or greater recorded in Cleveland County over the past decade, placing it well into the upper tier by magnitude. The county's largest documented event was 3 inches on April 19, 2023. August historically sees moderate hail activity here — 13 events over the past ten years — consistent with late-season convection rather than the peak April-through-June window.
Storm system
No other tracked counties recorded hail on August 16, 2026. This was an isolated event, not part of a broader multi-county storm system.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 2 to 4 weeks, which is moderate — plan accordingly if you need repairs before weather turns. The intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate, consistent with Moore's history of attracting out-of-area crews after notable regional hail events. Oklahoma's Roofing Contractor Registration Act (SB 2180, 2010) requires any contractor performing roofing work in the state to be registered before starting the job — not after. Before signing anything, verify registration status, confirm active general liability and workers' compensation coverage, and check manufacturer certifications.
Permits & building code
At 2.5 inches, full replacement is a realistic outcome on older roofs; repair-only scopes are more likely on roofs under ten years old with localized impact patterns. Moore requires a permit for roofing work — the contractor pulls it, inspections are required, and permit costs typically run $150 to $350. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Oklahoma insurers.
- 1Photograph all visible hail impact — gutters, window screens, AC condenser fins, and any exposed flashing — before scheduling repairs
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a registered Oklahoma roofing contractor to document damage scope
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about the claims process and your policy's suit limitation clause
- 4Verify any contractor's Oklahoma registration status, current liability and workers' comp insurance, and references before signing a contract
- 5Keep all inspection reports, photographs, and written estimates in a dedicated file — you will need them for the claims process
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Moore inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data via SWDI; a full NWS storm survey write-up is pending.