Lightning reported 2 mi NW of Phillips Hill
A utility pole struck by lightning. Pole needs to be replaced. Time estimated from radar.
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After a storm, the first steps are safety, documentation and stopping further water damage. Photograph the damage from the ground, cover openings with a tarp, keep receipts and report the loss to your insurer.
For Sussex County, NOAA lists 1 hail report (largest 1.75 in), 31 damaging-wind reports (up to 91 mph) and 2 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A utility pole struck by lightning. Pole needs to be replaced. Time estimated from radar.
Measured 68 mph wind gust by broadcast media meteorologist. Partial roof blown off shed. Photo provided in report. Time given in report.
Damage assessment determined that an EF0 tornado with a maximum wind speed of 65 mph briefly touched down along Omar Rd in Frankford, DE and moved ESE over a heavily forested area towards Shockley Town Rd. Several brief video clips...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Ellendale
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $1,500 |
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
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.
Stay off the roof, take dated photos from the ground, make temporary repairs to prevent more damage, and call your insurer.
Policies often set a deadline, commonly within a year of the loss and sometimes sooner. Check your policy.
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 Sussex County building department for local rules.
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