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While hail can accompany storms anytime throughout the year, hail stones are most prevalent during the summer season in the Midwest. The majority of thunderstorms rumble through the Midwest now through August. Often times you'll just seen rain, thunder and lightning, but other times this severe weather will be accompanied by hail and tornadoes. Keep reading to learn more about hail, how it forms and the damage it could do to your roof. What are Hail Stones? Hail stones form when tiny particles are swept up high into a storm system by an updraft. Water vapor condenses on the particles and then when it gets to a certain height, it freezes. These small hailstones can be lifted into the storm system multiple times, therefore increasing in size before finally falling out. Hail stones can fall for one of two reasons; either a downdraft sends them falling to the ground or the hail becomes too large for the updraft to overcome the force of gravity. Hail stones can be any size from t...

As we enter storm season, our roofs should be of top concern. Your roof protects you, your home and it's contents from the elements. While the summer season brings the possibility of tornadoes and flash floods, hail can be far more devastating to property. The #1 roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks wants to make sure you're prepared for hail season and your roof is able to properly protect you throughout the stormy season. Hail Season While hail season in Missouri runs from March to October, we see the majority of hail storms between May and August. In Missouri, hail storms primarily occur in the afternoon or evening. The most severe hail storms typically occur between 1 pm and 9 pm. Hail storms rarely last for more than 15 minutes, with the median duration falling at just 6 minutes. Hail Safety Tips If you find yourself caught in a hail storm, seek shelter immediately. If you can't get inside a building, at least find something to protect your head. Try to ...