Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 24 at 8:32PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 24, 2026 - 6:32pm
Expires:
June 24, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 832 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles north of Gothenburg, or 29 miles northwest of Lexington, moving
southeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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...
Cozad, Gothenburg, and Willow Island.
This includes Interstate 80 between mile markers 212 and 221.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 200 AM CDT for
south central Nebraska.
Area Description:
Dawson
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov