Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 25, 2026 - 3:45pm
Expires:
May 25, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 545 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Newport, or 15 miles east of Bassett, moving east-northeast at 20
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Stuart and Dustin.
This includes Highway 20 between mile markers 271 and 282.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Boyd; Rock; Holt
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov