Nebraska Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/22/2026 20:59

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 9:59PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 22, 2026 - 8:59pm
Expires: 
June 22, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description: 
At 959 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Ardmore, or 23 miles south of Edgemont, moving southeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern Dawes and north central Sioux Counties.
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 1000 PM MDT for the Panhandle of Nebraska.
Area Description: 
Dawes; North Sioux
Forcast Office: 
NWS Cheyenne WY