Price, UT Hail Storm – September 2026

Price, UT — Sept 18, 2026: A mid-morning thunderstorm moved through Price and produced radar-detected hail up to 1.8 inches in diameter, tracked by dual-polarization NEXRAD and prompting one NWS warning area.

What Happened

Storm activity began in the region during the mid-morning hours and concluded before noon local time. The National Weather Service issued a single warning area at 7:35 AM MDT (13:35 UTC) that cited 1.31-inch hail based on dual-polarization radar hail detection. Radar scans showed the strongest core traversing the city from southwest to northeast. The NEXRAD hail detection indicated a concentrated hail swath across Price with peak radar returns centered near the municipal area. No additional NWS warning areas were issued for this storm after the morning alert. Ground reports were limited; available operational data is radar-derived.

Damage Assessment

Hail in the size range near a golf ball (1.75 inches) can cause visible impacts to common roofing and exterior materials. For Price properties, expected damage types include asphalt shingle bruising and granular loss, denting to unprotected metal surfaces and vehicles, cracked or punctured soft materials such as vinyl siding, and potential skylight damage. Gutters, downspouts, and exposed HVAC condensers are at risk of dents. Solar panels may show shatter or microfracture where protective glass is compromised.

Damage severity will vary by roof age, material, and existing wear. Newer, intact architectural shingles tolerate smaller hail better than aged or weathered shingles. Vehicles parked without cover in the storm path are the most frequently affected movable assets in this size range. Documenting damage promptly helps establish timelines for insurance and repair workflows.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize safe, measured inspections. Begin with a roof walk or drone survey to identify torn shingles, bruising, and granular loss. Check ridge caps, flashings, skylights, gutters, and HVAC equipment for impact marks. Photograph damage with a clear scale reference and record exact locations by street address. Note roof age and exposure when estimating replacement versus repair. For vehicles and lightweight structures, catalog hail pits and dent patterns with close-up photos and vehicle identification.

Estimate short-term mitigation and full repair separately. Temporary tarping or protective covers may be necessary for compromised roofs and skylights to prevent water intrusion. Provide clients with a concise scope of work, cost options, and expected timelines for material lead times in the Price market. Coordinate inspection reports with insurers and advise clients to secure documentation. The radar-confirmed hail swath is available in the Strike Map product for subscription users.