Jul 4, 2023
Widespread severe weather was observed across Eastern Nebraska on the afternoon and evening of July 4. Storms initially were discrete or multi-clustered and produced mainly hail. The largest hail report was 2.75 inches near Tarnov in Platte County. A QLCS formed as storms merged along a cold front and strong wind gusts became the primary hazard. Numerous locations observed 60+ mph wind gusts. An estimated peak wind gust of 80 mph caused damage to trees and power poles near Weston.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1108019). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Seward County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.