Nebraska Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/08/2026 15:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 5:13PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 8, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires: 
July 8, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 512 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Ericson, or 19 miles northeast of Ord, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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 northern Greeley County.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Greeley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Hastings NE