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The rear of a black Kia Seltos with its back window completely shattered by hail, showing glass shards and the license plate XHO J2U in a parking lot.
A close-up inside the trunk of the Kia Seltos, showing shattered dark glass pieces on an orange mat, next to a black trash bag and a cooler bag.
The interior view from the back seat of the Kia Seltos, showing the shattered rear window covered with a white tarp or plastic sheet from the outside.
The exterior rear view of the black Kia Seltos, showing the shattered back window covered with a clear plastic sheet, taped down, in a parking lot.
A black car, likely the Kia Seltos, covered with a large blue tarp secured with ropes, parked on a gravel driveway next to a white house.
The rear of the black Kia Seltos in a parking lot, with its shattered back window covered by a white, opaque tarp or plastic sheet, license plate XHO J2U visible.
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How Hail Damage Wrecked our Cars! 😭

This hail storm happened about 3 weeks ago in Missouri when My Husband and myself were both at work. It was one of the worst they’ve seen and they did a state of emergency due to hail damage locally in Mo! Hit Republic, Springfield, Aurora and other surrounding cities pretty bad. Totaled my Husband 2018 Nissan and mine wasn’t totaled but my damages were $12,000. Crazy for something like this to happen! Luckily we had full coverage but still. Have you ever had hail damage? #haildamage #cars #newcar #kiaseltos #weatherdamage

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... Read moreLiving through a severe hailstorm can be a shocking experience, especially when it results in significant damage to your vehicle. From personal experience, after the Missouri storm hit places like Republic, Springfield, and Aurora, I realized how unpredictable and costly weather damage can be. Hail can cause dents, broken windows, and even complete total loss of cars, as seen with the 2018 Nissan that was totaled. My own car sustained over $12,000 in repairs, despite not being totaled. Thankfully, we had full insurance coverage, which made a massive difference financially, but dealing with claims and repairs still involved time and stress. If you live in areas susceptible to hail, it’s wise to consider several preventive measures: parking in covered garages, using hail protection car covers, and ensuring you have comprehensive insurance coverage that covers weather-related damages. Documenting your car’s condition regularly can also be beneficial for claims. When filing a hail damage claim, act quickly by contacting your insurer, taking detailed photos of all damages, and getting estimates from trusted auto body shops. Speedy action can facilitate smoother processing and faster repairs. This incident also taught me the importance of community awareness. Severe storms can lead to states of emergency, indicating the seriousness of hail damage risks. Sharing your experiences and tips can help others prepare better for similar weather events. Overall, facing hail damage firsthand highlights the need for preparedness, good insurance, and knowing how to handle the aftermath effectively. Have you experienced hail damage before, and what steps did you take to manage it?