Fort Davis, TX Hail Storm – June 2026

Fort Davis, TX experienced a concluded hail event on June 2, 2026, producing a verified 2.59-inch hailstone and multiple radar-detected hail reports. The storm moved through late afternoon into early evening with repeated NWS hail alerts across the metro.

What Happened

The event began in the late afternoon and produced 12 NWS hail alerts between 3:27 PM CDT and 7:29 PM CDT. Alerts were generated from dual-polarization NEXRAD hail detections and reported radar-estimated sizes from about 1.0 inch up to 2.2 inches. Major radar peaks occurred in the late-afternoon period, including a 2.2-inch radar estimate at 5:08 PM CDT and a 1.76-inch radar estimate at 6:53 PM CDT. A 2.59-inch hailstone was verified in the Fort Davis area after the radar sequence.

The alert sequence: 3:27 PM CDT, 4:21 PM CDT, 4:31 PM CDT, 4:52 PM CDT, 4:59 PM CDT, 5:08 PM CDT, 5:30 PM CDT, 6:11 PM CDT, 6:35 PM CDT, two alerts at 6:53 PM CDT, and a final alert at 7:29 PM CDT. Each alert corresponded to radar-detected hail cores moving across the metro and nearby rural roads. The NWS issued warning-area polygons for the broader corridor traversed by the storm while radar detections defined the likely hail impacts along the path.

Damage Assessment

Hail at the sizes observed during this event commonly produces shingle granule loss and cracked or split asphalt shingles in residential roofs across Fort Davis. Expect denting and paint damage on unprotected vehicles and rooftop-mounted equipment. Skylights, gutters, and vinyl siding are at elevated risk in exposed locations.

Inspectors and property owners should prioritize parked vehicles, mobile homes, and any solar arrays or satellite dishes facing the storm track. Note and document any broken glass, punctured panels, or missing shingle tabs. Collect photographic evidence with a measurable scale and record the specific location and time of each observation for claims and repair planning.

What Contractors Should Know

Begin with a safety assessment. Confirm electrical hazards and unstable roofing before crews access any structure. Perform an exterior walkaround to map impact points and mark suspected penetration locations. Use drone imagery where steep roofs or large rural parcels limit safe foot access.

Document damage with consistent metrics. Photograph hail dents with a coin or ruler for scale. Record GPS coordinates and local street references for each damaged asset. Triage repairs by weatherproofing first – cover holes and exposed interiors – then compile itemized lists for roofing, siding, glass, and mechanical equipment. Coordinate with property owners on insurance inspections and maintain a time-stamped log of on-site actions.

Paid subscribers can access the Strike Map for precise hail track data and the mapped damage zone for this event.