Fort Stockton, TX Hail Storm – August 2026

Fort Stockton, TX, August 13, 2026: A storm is tracking through the Fort Stockton metro and producing radar-detected hail up to 1.29 inches.

What Happened

NWS alert areas were issued for the Fort Stockton metro as the storm moved through early evening and into the night. Dual-polarization NEXRAD hail detection first flagged 1.19-inch hail at 8:00 PM CDT (01:00 UTC). A follow-up NEXRAD detection indicated 1.20-inch hail at 9:15 PM CDT (02:15 UTC). Radar returns later in the evening show a peak radar-derived hail size of 1.29 inches as the line continued eastward across the metro. The event remains active and is continuing to produce convective cells over the region.

Damage Assessment

Measured peak size: 1.29 inches (approximately 33 mm). Hail in the 1.2–1.3 inch range commonly causes cosmetic and functional damage to exposed metal and to older asphalt roofing. Vehicle body panels and unprotected solar arrays are at elevated risk of dents and bruising when impacted by hail of this size. Glass breaks are less common at this diameter but are possible for weakened or already-compromised windows and skylights. Reported damage levels will vary across the metro depending on exposure, roof age, and the presence of protective coverings.

No ground-verified damage reports are included in this radar-derived summary. Field inspections are required to confirm actual impact and repair needs for individual properties.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize safety and access. Expect ongoing storm activity as you mobilize. Confirm NWS alert areas before entering neighborhoods. Watch for standing water, downed limbs, and live electrical hazards. Use personal protective equipment and secure ladders and lifts against gusty conditions.

Document and triage systematically. Photograph hail sizes against a ruler or coin, note coordinates or addresses, and log time-of-inspection. Begin temporary tarping for roofs with exposed decking only when conditions are safe and permits allow. Estimate probable repair categories—metal dents, shingle bruising, localized glass replacement—and prepare scopes for insurers and property owners.

Consult the paid Strike Map for precise hail track and damage zone mapping.