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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 68304

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 68304 from May 8, 1995 through June 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
7
Wind Reports
7
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 68304 · 1995–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 68304

7 reports
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1.75″ hail
Aug 18, 2011
7:11 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Alvo, NE
0.75″ hail
Mar 21, 2007
6:33 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Alvo, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 13, 2006
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Alvo, NE
0.88″ hail
Mar 12, 2006
9:04 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Alvo, NE
0.75″ hail
Nov 17, 2003
4:49 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Eagle, NE
1.75″ hail
Oct 1, 2002
12:52 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Alvo, NE
1.75″ hail
Apr 22, 2001
5:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball size hail reported by Law Enforcement Official.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Eagle, NE
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Hail Damage Risk for Your Home +

Hail reports describe hail by diameter, often comparing stone size to familiar objects like peas, quarters, golf balls, and softballs. Use this guide as a starting point for possible hail damage to your roof, siding, gutters, vents, windows, and exterior. Actual hail damage depends on hail hardness, density, wind speed, impact angle, roof age, shingle condition, roof pitch, roofing material, installation quality, and prior storm damage.

Pea
0.25″
Low

Usually too small to cause hail damage to most sound asphalt roofs, siding, or gutters.

Mothball
0.50″
Sub-Severe Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but not always harmless. Repeated small hail can scuff surfaces, wear aging shingles, and loosen protective granules over time.

Penny
0.75″
Minor / Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but roof hail damage is still possible on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged shingles. May also mark screens, vents, gutters, and soft metal.

Nickel
0.88″
Minor / Watch

Still below the severe-hail threshold, but large enough to leave visible marks on soft metal and add wear to older or hail-weakened roof shingles.

Quarter
1.00″
Watch

The NWS severe-hail threshold. Quarter-size hail can bruise shingles, dent soft metal, and create roof hail damage worth checking.

Half Dollar
1.25″
Watch

More likely to dent gutters, vents, flashing, and siding. Hail damage risk rises quickly on older roofs or hail-weakened shingles.

Ping Pong / Walnut
1.50″
Likely

Hail damage becomes more likely, including bruised shingles, granule loss, dented siding, and damaged roof vents.

Golf Ball
1.75″
Likely

Often causes roof hail damage, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged flashing, and siding impacts. A roof inspection is recommended.

Hen Egg
2.00″
Serious

Can crack or puncture shingles, expose mat, dent siding, and cause widespread hail damage across the roof and exterior.

Tennis Ball
2.50″
Serious

Can cause heavy roof hail damage, punctured siding, broken skylights, damaged vents, and widespread exterior damage.

Baseball
2.75″
Major

Major hail damage is likely, including severe roof impacts, damaged siding, broken windows, and possible major roof repairs.

Tea Cup / Large Apple
3.00″
Major

Can cause heavy hail damage across the roof, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior. Significant repairs are often needed.

Softball
4.00″
Extreme

Destructive hail damage. Can severely damage roofing materials, siding, windows, gutters, vents, vehicles, and exterior surfaces.

Grapefruit
4.50″
Extreme

Catastrophic hail damage risk for roofs, windows, vehicles, siding, gutters, and exterior surfaces.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service hail size references are used for hail-size comparisons and the 1.00″ severe-hail threshold. Damage descriptions are general homeowner guidance, not official NOAA/NWS damage ratings. Sub-severe hail under 1.00″ is below the severe threshold, but that does not mean “no roof damage.” Penny- to nickel-size hail can still contribute to granule loss, cosmetic surface marks, and added wear, especially on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged roofs.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near ZIP 68304

7 reports
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77 mph
Jun 12, 2026
10:06 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.9 Sw Murdock, NE
59 mph
May 18, 2026
1:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal Weather Station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Murdock, NE
71 mph
Apr 19, 2025
12:13 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Alvo, NE
60 mph
Jul 20, 2010
1:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A spotter estimated thunderstorm wind gusts reached 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 W Alvo, NE
75 mph
May 25, 2008
6:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 70 mph caused widespread tree damage across much of Cass county, including the Weeping Water area where part of a roof was torn off of an auditorium and some windows blown out. Many power lines were also downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.43 SW Murdock, NE
58 mph
Apr 6, 2006
6:40 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 60 mph overturned a machine shed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Alvo, NE
73 mph
May 15, 1998
8:20 AM CST
Wind report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pole barn destroyed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Murdock, NE
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Wind Damage Risk for Your Home +

Storm reports list thunderstorm wind gusts in mph. The NWS marks storms as severe at 58+ mph, but wind damage to your home depends on roof age, shingle condition, installation, exposure, nearby trees, and prior hail or wind damage.

Below Severe
Under 58 mph
Minor

Usually little damage to a sound roof, but loose shingles, flashing, or debris may shift.

Severe
58–74 mph
Watch

Can loosen shingles, lift flashing, break limbs, and damage gutters, siding, fences, or trim.

Damaging
75–90 mph
Serious

Can peel shingles, damage vents, tear siding, rip gutters, and expose weak roof areas.

Extreme
90+ mph
Major

Can cause major roof covering loss, tree damage, broken windows, and structural damage.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service storm reports. Gusts may be measured or estimated; actual wind damage varies by roof condition, exposure, and prior hail or wind damage.

Latest NWS Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 68304

9 reports
UNK category
Apr 19, 2025
12:22 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SW Murdock, NE
UNK category
Apr 19, 2025
12:20 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A review of video evidence confirms that an intermittent tornado tracked near this location for approximately 2 to 3 minutes... passing through open fields. This tornado is rated an EF-U as it did not impact any potential damage indicators.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SW Murdock, NE
UNK category
Apr 19, 2025
12:15 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Approximate location of tornado viewed on live feed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Alvo, NE
UNK category
Apr 19, 2025
12:14 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Review of video evidence indicates that a tornado tracked for approximately 2 minutes with a maximum width of around 50 yards. It tracked through open fields and a few wooded areas... producing little to no damage... just to small limbs and leaves. This was an EF-0 tornado with maximum winds estimated at 60 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NE Alvo, NE
EF1 category
Mar 23, 2009
3:59 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This is the fifth and last of 5 cyclic tornadoes that a low-topped supercell thunderstorm produced at it tracked southeast through east of the Lincoln area. This tornado touched down in Alvo and tracked a little over 10 miles north northeast before lifting just west of South Bend. The tornado knocked down power poles and transmission lines, snapped trees and damaged houses and destroyed farm out buildings along its path. One of the downed power lines fell on a car trapping its occupant for several hours. Several cars were crushed by fallen trees in the Alvo area. From the 3 confirmed tornadoes that hit the county, plus any associated wind damage, emergency management estimated that 30 homes had minor damage with 4 sustaining major damage and 60 to 80 farm outbuildings were damaged with the total damage approaching $1 million.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .34 WNW Alvo, NE
F0 category
Jun 13, 2004
4:28 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down and overturned at trailer near Alvo. This brief touchdown was a mile or two away from another weak tornado that was on the ground for a mile or so.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Alvo, NE
F0 category
May 8, 1995
9:46 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Cass County Emergency Services had 40 to 50 spotters throughout the county with several reports of brief tornado touchdowns, but no damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Alvo, NE
F0 category
May 8, 1995
9:46 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Cass County Emergency Services had 40 to 50 spotters throughout the county with several reports of brief tornado touchdowns, but no damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Weeping Water, NE
F0 category
May 8, 1995
9:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68304
Cass County · 10,182 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Cass County Emergency Services had 40 to 50 spotters throughout the county with several reports of brief tornado touchdowns, but no damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W 1 N Alvo, NE
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Tornado Damage Risk for Your Home +

After a tornado, the National Weather Service assigns an EF rating from EF0 to EF5 based on surveyed damage. The rating estimates wind speed from what the tornado damaged, so actual damage can vary by construction quality, roof age, garage doors, windows, trees, debris, and how close the home was to the tornado path.

EF0
65–85 mph
Light

Can peel shingles, damage gutters or siding, break tree limbs, and toss loose outdoor items.

EF1
86–110 mph
Moderate

Can strip roof covering, damage exterior doors, break windows, snap trees, and cause heavier siding or gutter damage.

EF2
111–135 mph
Serious

Can tear off large sections of roofing, break or uproot trees, destroy weaker structures, and cause major exterior damage.

EF3–EF5
136+ mph
Severe

Can remove roofs and walls, destroy large portions of homes, toss vehicles, and cause severe to total destruction near the path.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service. EF ratings are assigned after a post-storm damage survey and are based on observed damage, not a direct measurement at every home.

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ZIP 68304 area census snapshot

People & households
Population412
Households167
Housing units199
Income
Median household income$79,821
$100k+ households43.1%
$150k+ households15.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached199
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share100%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied129
Renter-occupied38
Vacant units32
Home value & age
Median home value$307,100
Owner homes $300k+51.9%
Owner homes $500k+14.0%
Owner homes $750k+9.3%
Median year built1980
Older-home share50.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars156
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 68304 have on record?

Our records show 7 hail, 7 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near ZIP 68304, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 68304?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 68304 is 1.75″. It was reported near .52 W Alvo, NE on August 18, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 68304 — does that mean my roof is damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report only means hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby; it does not confirm damage at any specific address, and conditions change from block to block. Check an address-level hail report first, and if it looks significant, find a local pro that serves ZIP 68304 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 68304 — why should I look at its storm history?

Recent hail or wind can leave a roof or exterior with damage that is easy to miss during a walkthrough, and a recent roof replacement is sometimes an insurance job after a storm. Reviewing the storm history for a ZIP 68304 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 68304 — how does this help me?

Knowing the storm history for your address lets you answer buyer questions with confidence, document repairs you have already made, and decide whether a pre-listing roof check is worthwhile. A clear hail history removes a common sticking point during negotiations.

How do I check hail history for a specific ZIP 68304 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 68304 — no phone number or email required. It shows recent hail activity for that address so you know whether a closer roof or exterior review makes sense.

Where does this storm report data come from, and what are its limits?

Storm reports on this page are public reports from storm events in and around ZIP 68304, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 68304, but they do not confirm damage at any specific property. Report locations, sizes, and times may be approximate and can vary from what an individual home experienced. For property-specific hail history, use an address-level hail report or contact a participating local professional for a remote hail inspection. Pros inclusion is not an endorsement, and contacting a professional does not confirm damage at any property.

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