When you think of hail do you envision softballs?
It just came out of nowhere! We’ve heard that hundreds of times – hail does seem to come out of nowhere.
In fact near Bethune, Colorado, on your average Tuesday, the largest hailstone ever recorded in the state measured in at 4.83 inches in diameter. According to the National Weather Service, that bad boy weighed just over half a pound.
“Photos show that it was even larger when it fell – and was about 30 minutes between when it fell and was put in the freezer,” the Colorado Climate Center said in a Tweet.
Where in Colorado is, Bethune?
136 miles East of Castle Rock, you’ll arrive in Berthune, Colorado in just over 2 hours. According to CoCoRaHS (Community Collaborative Rain, Hail & Snow Network), destructive hail occurs most frequently on the western Great Plains. Strong winds accompanying hail greatly increase the damage potential.
At Colorado Hail Claims, we offer free estimates, rental car assistance and we cover your deductible. Remember, a claim will not raise your premium. Give us a call or stop into the shop anytime.
June is one of the most active months in Colorado, for hail storms.
Stay aware, be prepared.
