Fort Stockton, TX Hail Storm – October 2026

Fort Stockton, TX is tracking an active hail-producing storm on October 14, 2026, with radar-derived hail reaching 3.47 inches at peak. The storm is producing repeated NWS warnings and radar echoes as it moves through the metro area.

What Happened

The event began in mid-afternoon and is continuing to develop into the overnight period. Storm notifications generated 18 NWS alerts covering the Fort Stockton warning area. Dual-polarization radar detected multiple large hail echoes during the late afternoon and early evening. Notable radar detections include 2.09 inches at 5:05 PM CDT, 2.36 inches at 5:08 PM CDT, 2.34 inches at 5:25 PM CDT, and 2.49 inches at 7:12 PM CDT. Six alerts in the sequence were radar-detected; the remaining alerts were issued as NWS warning-only messages.

NWS warnings accompanied the event repeatedly through the evening and into the early morning hours of October 15. The alert timeline shows repeated warning issuance between about 2:20 PM CDT and 2:25 AM CDT, indicating a long-lived, evolving storm track across the metro area. Storms are still tracking through the warning area and continue to produce hail echoes on NEXRAD dual-polarization scans.

Damage Assessment

Observed radar echoes and warning reports show a range of hail sizes from roughly 0.75 inch up to the radar-derived peak. Hail in the 1.0-1.5 inch range typically produces cosmetic vehicle dents and chipped paint. Echoes above 2.0 inches correspond with a higher likelihood of broken vehicle glass, dented metal panels, and impact damage to asphalt shingles on roofs.

Late-afternoon and early-evening echoes above 2 inches increase the probability of localized roof membrane and siding damage where hail persisted. The sequence of warnings and repeated radar detections suggests multiple passes or a clustered hail swath through portions of the Fort Stockton metro area, raising the potential for concentrated property impacts along the storm track.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize documented inspections in areas under repeated radar echoes and NWS warnings. Start with vehicle fleets and exposed equipment for visible denting and broken glass. On roofs, inspect for bruised or missing shingles, granule loss, and punctures to soft roofing materials. Photograph damage with a dated reference and scale for claims and repair planning.

Establish safety controls before deploying crews. Plan for ladder and rooftop fall protection, and verify post-storm access routes that may be blocked by debris. Coordinate with property owners on temporary tarping and water mitigation when roof breaches are evident. Verify the latest radar-derived hail footprint and NWS warning area before mobilizing to avoid active storm hazards.

See the Strike Map for the radar-confirmed hail swath and the paid damage zone overlay.