Harrisville, WV Hail Storm – July 2026

Harrisville, WV experienced a multi-zone hail event on July 21, 2026, producing a peak hail size of 2.51 inches and a stream of NWS alerts through the afternoon and evening.

What Happened

The event generated 83 NWS alerts between 1:07 PM EDT and 10:06 PM EDT. The sequence began in mid-afternoon and continued into the early evening. Most alerts reported 0.75-inch hail under NWS warning only guidance. Dual-polarization radar detected multiple stronger cores during the late afternoon. Radar-derived returns included a 2.11-inch radar detection at 4:17 PM EDT and a 2.03-inch detection at 4:27 PM EDT. Several additional radar-detected returns between about 3:00 PM and 5:45 PM EDT measured in the 1.5- to 1.9-inch range. Local NWS warning-only reports continued after sunset at smaller sizes.

The pattern was repeated in multiple cells. Early afternoon activity produced intermittent 0.75- to 1.25-inch warning-only reports. A concentrated late-afternoon period produced the larger radar-detected cores. The event concluded in the early evening with a return to smaller, warning-only hail reports.

Damage Assessment

Most NWS warning-only alerts at 0.75 inch correspond to surface pebbles and light cosmetic impacts to vegetation and soft vehicle surfaces. Hail in the 1.0- to 1.25-inch range can dent vehicle panels, damage vinyl siding, and bruise exposed soft materials. Radar-detected cores above 1.5 inches increase the likelihood of shingle granule loss, dented metal panels, and cracked skylights.

Properties and vehicles located in areas where radar returns exceeded 1.5 inches should be prioritized for inspection. Roof coverings with previous wear or missing granules are at higher risk of accelerated failure after impacts of 1.5 inch or larger. Photographic documentation that captures scale and time will support claims for affected homeowners and fleet managers.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs first for impact density and pattern. Look for clustered impact regions and replace shingles showing multiple fractures or missing tabs. Document coordinates, address, and UTC-referenced photographs tied to local times such as the 4:17 PM EDT radar return that recorded a 2.11-inch detection. Use a consistent photo naming and metadata workflow to align field evidence with the radar timeline.

For vehicles and metal-clad structures, prioritize hail dents on horizontal surfaces and edge panels. Temporary tarping should be limited to preventing water intrusion until a full repair estimate is complete. Provide clients with itemized repair scopes that reference the observed hail-size range and the local timeline of damage. Maintain ladder and harness safety standards during roof work and limit rooftop access during wet or windy conditions.

View the paid Strike Map to see the precise hail track and the damage zone for this event.

Harrisville, WV Hail Storm – July 2026

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What Happened

Damage Assessment

What Contractors Should Know

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