Hawk Springs, WY Hail Storm – June 2026

Hawk Springs, WY recorded hail up to 1.77 inches on June 26, 2026. The multi-zone storm produced ten NWS alerts from mid-afternoon into early evening and is now concluded.

What Happened

A line of storms moved across the Hawk Springs area from mid-afternoon into the evening on June 26. The sequence began with a radar-detected hail alert around 3:17 PM MDT reporting roughly 1.09-inch hail. Alerts continued through the afternoon and early evening, with radar-detected reports rising into the 1.2–1.5-inch range during the 6 PM hour. Around 7:40 PM MDT, dual-polarization radar detected hail near 1.7 inches at the storm core. The final NWS alert at 8:12 PM MDT was issued as an NWS warning only with a one-inch hail estimate. Ten discrete NWS alerts are associated with this aggregated event. Most alerts were based on dual-polarization radar indications of hail; one late alert was issued as an NWS warning only.

Damage Assessment

Radar-detected hail across Hawk Springs ranged roughly from 1.0 to 1.7 inches in most alert reports. Hail in that range is capable of denting vehicle body panels, cracking single-layer asphalt shingles, and causing localized damage to exterior trim and soft metal such as gutters and AC condenser fins. Where radar-detected 1.5-inch or larger hail passed over properties, expect a higher likelihood of shingle granule loss, crushed solar panel frames, and dented metal roofing panels. Smaller structures with lightweight siding are at increased risk for pockmarking and bruising. Survey crews should prioritize roofing materials, solar arrays, HVAC condensers, and vehicle exteriors when documenting losses in Hawk Springs and immediately adjacent zones.

What Contractors Should Know

Perform a staged inspection. Start with a visual roof assessment from the ground using binoculars, then follow with a controlled rooftop inspection for safe access. Photograph all affected components with scale references and timestamps. Focus photo documentation on shingle granule loss, broken skylights, dented flashing, and HVAC coil fins. For vehicle fleets, photograph full-vehicle views and close-ups of dents and shattered glass. Itemize repairs by component and separate cosmetic dent claims from functional damage that requires immediate replacement.

Plan temporary protection and scheduling. Where asphalt shingles show granule erosion or fractured tabs, provide temporary tarping for exposed decking and schedule full roof evaluations within 7–10 days. Prioritize solar arrays and rooftop-mounted equipment for early assessment to preserve warranty positions. Coordinate with insurers using radar-detected alert timestamps when available. Keep crew safety and traffic control in place when working roadside or on residential streets.

For a precise, paid hail track and damage zone map, see the Strike Map product.