Elfrida, AZ Hail Storm – July 2026

Elfrida, AZ experienced 1.9-inch hail late afternoon on July 29, 2026, during a concluded multi-zone severe storm. The event produced multiple NWS alerts and radar-detected hail across the metro area.

What Happened

The storm produced four NWS alerts covering the Elfrida metro on July 29. At 2:11 PM MST (21:11 UTC) dual-polarization radar detected 1.31-inch hail in the western sector of the warning area. Subsequent NWS warning-only reports followed around 3:17 PM MST (22:17 UTC), 4:17 PM MST (23:17 UTC), and 5:02 PM MST (00:02 UTC), each listing 1.00-inch hail within the broader warning area. The sequence advanced from mid-afternoon into early evening and concluded by local sunset.

Radar imagery and the NWS warning record show a concentrated hail swath crossing the central Elfrida metro. Radar-detected returns indicate the strongest reflectivity near the first alert window, with the largest verified hail afterwards during post-event checks. The event is cataloged as a multi-zone aggregate storm for the Elfrida area due to the series of adjacent warning polygons that covered separate cells along the track.

Damage Assessment

Hail sizes reported during the event ranged from roughly 1 inch up to near 2 inches across the affected corridor near Elfrida. Hail in this range commonly produces cosmetic and functional damage to vehicles, metal components, and roof coverings. Expect denting to unprotected vehicle panels and damage to single-layer asphalt shingles, metal siding, and exposed HVAC equipment.

Local observations and the warning record indicate the greatest exposure for properties located along the storm corridor that received the higher-end hail; low-slope roofs, skylights, and rooftop-mounted equipment are priorities for initial inspection. Ground-level property such as solar panels and patio furniture may also show impact marks consistent with the observed hail sizes.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs first for shingle fracture, granule loss, and displaced fasteners. Prioritize tarping or temporary covers where holes or broken seals are detected to prevent water intrusion. Document every inspection with dated photos and GPS-enabled coordinates. Note the estimated hail size and the local warning times when creating scope-of-work records.

Assess vehicle fleets, mechanical units, and solar arrays for dents, broken glass, and compromised mounts. For insurance scopes, provide size-referenced evidence and time-stamped documentation tied to the Elfrida event on July 29. Schedule follow-up checks for water intrusion and hidden damage after the first rainfall.

Access the Strike Map for precise hail track and paid damage zone geometry for the Elfrida event.