Immokalee, FL Hail Storm – July 2026

Immokalee, FL — July 10, 2026. A storm system is tracking through Immokalee and producing hail up to 1.38 inches while generating multiple NWS warnings and ongoing radar returns.

What Happened

The storm produced a sequence of five NWS alerts between early afternoon and early evening as it moved across Collier County. The first alert issued at 1:47 PM EDT (17:47 UTC) reported 1.00-inch hail with NWS warning-only confidence. Subsequent NWS warnings followed at 3:17 PM EDT (19:17 UTC) and 3:33 PM EDT (19:33 UTC), both for 1.00-inch hail with NWS warning-only confidence. A 3:41 PM EDT (19:41 UTC) warning reduced size to 0.75 inches, listed as NWS warning only. At 3:54 PM EDT (19:54 UTC) the storm produced a 0.75-inch radar-detected hail signature using dual-polarization NEXRAD processing.

Radar returns remain active. The storm is continuing to produce hail and is tracking southeast through the metro area. NWS warning polygons covered the general storm path; the 3:54 PM radar return provides a radar-derived hail track within that broader alert area.

Damage Assessment

Observed and radar-detected hail sizes ranged from roughly 0.75 to 1.38 inches. Hail at the lower end of that range typically scuffs paint and breaks small glass fixtures. Hail around and above 1.0 inch increases the risk of vehicle denting, asphalt shingle bruising, and fractured skylights or greenhouse panels. At 1.38 inches, localized significant cosmetic damage to parked vehicles and concentrated shingle loss on exposed roof slopes is possible.

Agricultural exposures common in the Immokalee area are vulnerable to foliage shredding and surface bruising on produce. Irrigation heads, solar arrays, and PVC fittings are also at elevated risk when struck by hail in this size range.

What Contractors Should Know

Safety first. The storm is active and conditions may still be developing. Do not deploy roof teams while hail or lightning continues. Use the latest NWS warning polygons for general site exclusion. Once the storm clears, prioritize rapid exterior scans from the ground to identify obvious vehicle dents, broken glass, and damaged panels before committing crews to ladders or rooftops.

For inspections, document damage with time-stamped photos and GPS locations. Start with vehicles and easily accessible glass, then inspect roof edges, vents, and high-exposure photovoltaic panels. For roofs showing suspected bruising or granule loss, perform moisture testing and targeted lift checks rather than full tear-offs on first visit. Coordinate temporary tarps only after confirming safe working conditions and obtaining photographic documentation for insurance acceptance.

For precise, radar-derived hail track data and the paid hail impact product, consult the Strike Map to locate where hail returns intersect property coordinates.