Alpine, TX Hail Storm – May 2026

Alpine, TX — May 26, 2026: A storm is tracking through Alpine with peak hail reported at 1.41 inches. The cell is producing repeated NWS warnings and radar-detected hail signatures and is still developing.

What Happened

The storm began issuing NWS alerts in the early morning and is continuing to produce hail reports through mid-morning. Key alerts include:

• 6:35 AM CDT – 0.75-inch hail reported in an NWS warning only.
• 6:54 AM CDT – 1.00-inch hail detected by dual-polarization radar.
• 7:14 AM CDT – 1.00-inch radar-detected hail.
• 7:30 AM CDT – 1.00-inch radar-detected hail.
• 7:43 AM CDT – 1.00-inch hail reported in an NWS warning only.
• 7:54 AM CDT – 1.00-inch hail reported in an NWS warning only.
• 8:16 AM CDT – 0.75-inch hail reported in an NWS warning only.
• 8:56 AM CDT – 0.75-inch hail reported in an NWS warning only.
• 10:38 AM CDT – 1.33-inch hail detected by dual-polarization radar.

Multiple alerts carried NWS warning-only messages and several carried radar-detected hail signatures from dual-polarization NEXRAD. The pattern shows repeated hail pulses moving through the Alpine metro area; activity remains ongoing and is being tracked by both warnings and radar detections.

Damage Assessment

Radar-detected and NWS-warning hail in Alpine ranges from 0.75 inch to 1.33 inches across successive alerts. Hail of this size range commonly produces cosmetic and functional impacts on exposed property here. Vehicle panels parked outdoors in town are at risk of denting. Asphalt shingle surfaces can experience localized granule loss and bruising, increasing near-term wear on roof coverings.

Because alerts repeated along a similar path, neighborhoods and commercial properties in the storm corridor should expect pockets of concentrated impact rather than uniform coverage. Reports tied to NWS warnings indicate multiple passes of hail-producing cores over the same streets and facilities during the morning hours.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize safety and documentation. Conduct exterior inspections only when conditions allow; roofs may be wet and slippery after the storm, and residual gusts can create fall hazards. Photograph vehicles and roof areas with scale references and time-stamped images. Note exposure direction and any visible granule loss or dent patterns. Record the address, time observed, and whether the observation aligned with a radar-detected alert or an NWS warning.

For estimating and initial repairs, focus on dented vehicle panels, compromised shingle tabs, and any punctures to soft-surface materials. Temporary tarps and tar-sealing of small penetrations can limit water intrusion while longer-term repairs are scheduled. Communicate clearly with property owners about inspection timing and obtain signed authorization before beginning repairs or roof access.