Lightning reported near Ashland
A thunderstorm in the city of Ashland produced a lightning strike that burned a hole in the roof of a home.
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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 Klamath County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 1 damaging-wind report (up to 50 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A thunderstorm in the city of Ashland produced a lightning strike that burned a hole in the roof of a home.
A severe thunderstorm along North 4th St, Highway 140, in Lakeview, Oregon generated strong downdraft straight line winds. Power lines were tipped over and tree limbs were down, resulting in 710 customers that lost power. The roof blew...
More than 2 dozen pine trees of 1 to 2 ft. diameter snapped or fell, as well as a 3.5 to 4 ft. diameter tree that fell and demolished a fence. A tree fell on a power line in Central Point, which destroyed a mobile home and caused a 15...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Merrill
| 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 Klamath County building department for local rules.
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