1.5-inch hail reported 1 mi NNE of Watersmeet
Broadcast media showed a video of hail covering the ground at a golf course with the largest hail being 1.5 inches.
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Hail bruises asphalt shingles, knocks off granules, cracks tile and dents metal. The damage can be invisible from the ground, so a trained inspector should check the roof after hail of about one inch or larger.
For Gogebic County, NOAA lists 6 hail reports (largest 2 in), 10 damaging-wind reports (up to 61 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Broadcast media showed a video of hail covering the ground at a golf course with the largest hail being 1.5 inches.
Pictures via Facebook from Bessemer of large hailstones ranging from 1.25 to 2.00 inches in diameter. Time of the report was estimated from radar.
Report and pictures from Ironwood via social media of 1.5 to 2.0 inch diameter hailstones along a measuring tape.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Watersmeet
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $1,500 |
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
National planning ranges for an average ~2,000 sq ft home, not quotes. Local labor, roof pitch, layers to remove, materials and permits change the price.
Look for dented vents and gutters, granule loss in downspouts and shiny or bruised spots on shingles; an inspection is the only reliable way to be sure.
Usually yes for sudden hail damage after your deductible, but policies differ. Wind and hail deductibles are often a percentage of the home’s value.
Many cities and counties require a building permit for roof work; the roofing company normally pulls it. Ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the Gogebic County building department for local rules.
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