71 mph measured gust 2 mi NNE of Russellton
The mesonet station TWB79 Russell Farms measured a wind gusts of 71 knots or 82 mph.
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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 Cameron County, NOAA lists 6 hail reports (largest 1.75 in), 12 damaging-wind reports (up to 71 mph) and 3 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
The mesonet station TWB79 Russell Farms measured a wind gusts of 71 knots or 82 mph.
Just after 1000 AM CDT May 9, 2026, a strong microburst descended in central Cameron County from a small but potent line of thunderstorms and produced damage along a west-northwest to east-southeast oriented line starting from...
NWS Brownsville observed and measured hail of 1.25 inches at the weather office just northeast of Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Santa Maria
| 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 Cameron County building department for local rules.
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