Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Mills, IA, IA — Storm Damage Roof Inspection Guide

📅 2026-05-18 📍 Mills, IA, IA ⚡ StormLead

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Mills, IA, Iowa 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, May 18, 2026
Expires: May 19, 2026, 12:15 AM
Area: Mills, IA, Iowa

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 18 at 6:37PM CDT until May 18 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

Official NWS Statement

SVROAX

The National Weather Service in Omaha has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northwestern Montgomery County in southwestern Iowa...
Northeastern Mills County in southwestern Iowa...
Southeastern Pottawattamie County in southwestern Iowa...

* Until 715 PM CDT.

* At 636 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Malvern, or
18 miles west of Red Oak, moving northeast at 55 mph.

HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Ex…

Safety Instructions

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for southwestern
Iowa.

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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