Severe Thunderstorm Warning: DeKalb, AL, AL — Storm Damage Roof Inspection Guide

📅 2026-06-01 📍 DeKalb, AL, AL ⚡ StormLead

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for DeKalb, AL, Alabama by the National Weather Service. Homeowners in the affected area should assess their roofs for hail damage, wind damage, or other storm-related issues as soon as it is safe to do so.

Storm Details

Event: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity: Severe
Effective: Monday, June 1, 2026
Expires: Jun 1, 2026, 7:45 PM
Area: DeKalb, AL, Alabama

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 1 at 1:41PM CDT until June 1 at 2:45PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL

Official NWS Statement

SVRHUN

The National Weather Service in Huntsville Alabama has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Marshall County in northeastern Alabama...
Southwestern DeKalb County in northeastern Alabama...

* Until 245 PM CDT.

* At 141 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 7 miles west of Fyffe to near Geraldine to near
Albertville, moving southeast at 30 mph. Observed golf ball sized
hail in Grant, AL.

HAZARD...Golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Broadcast media.

IMPACT..…

Safety Instructions

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Roof Damage After a Storm — What to Look For

Dents or bruising on shingles, gutters, and flashing
Missing, cracked, or lifted shingles
Granule loss (dark streaks in downspouts or gutters)
Dented or damaged skylights, vents, and AC units
Interior water stains on ceilings or walls

Even minor hail damage can compromise your roof's waterproofing. A licensed roofer can identify hidden damage before it leads to leaks or mold.

Will Your Insurance Cover Storm Roof Damage?

Most standard homeowners insurance policies cover roof damage from hail and wind storms. You typically have 1–2 years to file a claim after the storm date (check your policy). A licensed roofing contractor can provide a free inspection and help document the damage for your claim.

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