The effects of hailstones depend on their size, density, and the duration of the hailstorm. Generally, hailstones can cause:

• Damage to property:
  • Dents in vehicles: Hailstones can dent car bodies, break windows, and damage paint.
  • Damage to roofs: They can crack or break roof tiles, shingles, and other roofing materials, leading to leaks.
  • Broken windows: Hailstones can shatter windows in homes and buildings.
  • Damage to siding: They can damage the siding of houses, leaving dents and cracks.
• Agricultural damage:
  • Crop destruction: Hailstorms can destroy entire fields of crops, damaging fruits, vegetables, and grains. This can lead to significant economic losses for farmers.
  • Livestock injuries: Animals can be injured or even killed by large hailstones.
• Personal injuries:
  • Bruises and cuts: While rare, large hailstones can cause bruises, cuts, and head injuries if people are caught unprotected in a hailstorm.
• Other impacts:
  • Disruption of transportation: Hail can make roads slippery and reduce visibility, leading to traffic accidents and delays.
  • Damage to infrastructure: Hail can damage power lines and other infrastructure, leading to power outages and other disruptions.