Nebraska Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/23/2026 13:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 3:56PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 1:56pm
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 356 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Stratton, or 12 miles west of Trenton, moving east at 40 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 outdoor objects is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Stratton around 400 PM CDT.
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. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Goodland.
Area Description: 
Hitchcock
Forcast Office: 
NWS Goodland KS