Old Town, FL Hail Storm – June 2026

Old Town, FL experienced a compact late-afternoon hail event on June 30, 2026, producing a maximum hail diameter of 1.09 inches. The storm produced a concentrated hail core that prompted a single National Weather Service warning.

What Happened

The hail-producing storm moved through Old Town during the late afternoon on June 30, 2026. The National Weather Service issued one severe thunderstorm warning at 4:32 PM EDT citing 0.88-inch hail within the warning area. NEXRAD and dual-polarization radar analysis detected a stronger core signature, with the StormSnipe record indicating a peak hail size of 1.09 inches inside that core. The event is concluded.

Damage Assessment

Hail at 1.09 inches is slightly larger than a U.S. quarter and falls into the range that can produce visible dents and surface damage. Expect denting to unprotected metal surfaces such as vehicle panels, HVAC housings, and aluminum gutters within the Old Town populated area. Asphalt shingle roofs with preexisting wear may show granular loss and bruising; newer, intact architectural shingles are less likely to have immediate punctures but can show lost granules and surface abrasion. Vinyl siding can crack on exposed corners or thin sections when struck at close range.

Inspectors should prioritize visual checks for paint chips, dent patterns aligned with the storm track, broken skylight glazing, and cracked exterior fixtures. Note that damage visibility varies with exposure and material condition. Field measurements and photographic documentation are necessary to distinguish hail impact from preexisting deterioration.

What Contractors Should Know

Begin with a targeted rooftop and exterior inspection in the areas along the radar-detected hail track. Photograph damage with a measurable scale and timestamp each image. Check ridge lines, north-facing slopes, flashings, and valley areas for granule loss or bruising. On vehicles, document dent locations relative to the storm direction and coordinate with property owners for secure storage while assessing repairs.

For claims and repairs, separate obvious impact damage from unrelated wear. Use measured hail sizes and the NWS warning time of 4:32 PM EDT as a temporal reference when creating inspection reports. Prioritize temporary protection for compromised equipment and coordinate shingle or panel replacement where perforations or substrate exposure are observed.

Precise hail track data and the paid damage zone are available in the Strike Map.