New RICOWI report released: Texas A&M Hailstorm

RICOWI was invited to inspect roofs on the Texas A&M University College Station campus following a major thunderstorm in March 2025. This report covers the investigation of April 8, 2025.

On behalf of the RICOWI Storm Investigation Program, we are pleased to announce the release of the latest hailstorm investigation report, now available on the RICOWI website.

Texas A&M Hailstorm Report — detailing the findings from field investigations of hail damage and roofing performance following the recent storm event.

This report provides an in-depth, unbiased analysis of hail impacts on roofing systems and related structures, based on inspections conducted by trained field teams. It is part of RICOWI’s ongoing mission to advance weather-related roofing science and help industry professionals, property owners and researchers better understand how severe hail events affect building performance.

Access the report here: https://ricowi.com/reports

Why this report matters:

• Documents observed damage patterns and roofing performance following a significant hail event.
• Helps inform improvements in roof design, materials and installation best practices.
• Supports insurers, contractors and building professionals with credible field data.

We encourage you to download and review the report and share it with your teams or partners who could benefit from these insights. If you have questions or would like to discuss the findings, please don’t hesitate to reach out.