Bean Station, TN Hail Storm – July 2026

Bean Station, TN — July 28, 2026. A mid-morning storm is tracking through the Bean Station area, producing hail up to 1.37 inches and prompting an NWS severe thunderstorm warning.

What Happened

The storm developed in the mid-morning hours of July 28 and was producing radar-detected hail signatures as it moved across Bean Station. The National Weather Service issued a single severe thunderstorm warning at 8:44 AM CDT for 1-inch hail; that alert remains the active NWS warning area for the event. Dual-polarization radar shows a concentrated hail swath over the town and adjacent rural roads. Storm activity is continuing to produce hail and remains active in the region.

Observations are presently limited to radar-derived hail detections and the NWS warning area. No additional spotter-verified reports have been added to the public record at this time, and conditions may still be developing through the late morning and early afternoon.

Damage Assessment

Hail of this size commonly produces vehicle panel dents and surface damage to exposed siding. Asphalt shingle surfaces can experience abrasion and granule loss, particularly on older or windward-facing slopes. Uncovered solar arrays and rooftop mechanical equipment are at elevated risk for surface pitting and denting. Trees and shrubs in the immediate path may show torn leaves and broken small branches where hail density was greatest.

Damage will be patchy across the warning area. Properties with recent shingle wear or that lack protective covers for vehicles and equipment are more likely to show visible loss. Expect the highest concentration of impact on open lots, south- and west-facing roofs, and locations beneath the radar-indicated hail swath.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize safety and access control. Do not begin roof work while storms remain active overhead. Once conditions are clear, perform an initial safety assessment for loose debris and compromised rooftop structures before conducting close-up inspections. Use harnesses and two-person checks on steep slopes. Document every inspection with timestamped, geotagged photos and video showing field measurements and reference points.

Triage repairs by asset criticality and visible failure mode. Tarping and temporary sealing reduce interior water intrusion risk and should be scheduled before full roof replacement estimates. For insurance-driven repairs, collect a representative sample of damaged areas rather than only the worst-looking sections. Record shingle brand, approximate age, and prior wear indicators. Coordinate with property owners on permit needs and any utility shutdowns for rooftop system work.

Precise hail track data and the paid Strike Map are available for subscribers seeking the radar-derived damage zone and point-by-point hail impact detail.