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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 68651

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 68651 from May 12, 1956 through June 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
63
Wind Reports
43
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 68651 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 68651

63 reports
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2.00″ hail
May 16, 2026
10:26 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2026
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 WNW Stromsburg, NE
1.00″ hail
May 19, 2025
9:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Co-op observer reports quarter sized hail. Lasted approximately five minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, NE
1.75″ hail
May 19, 2025
9:02 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reports golf ball sized hail northwest of Stromsburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Apr 2, 2025
1:48 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail on north side of Osceola... only pea size reported on far south side of town.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
May 12, 2023
8:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL FALLING.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, NE
1.50″ hail
Aug 19, 2022
12:12 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2021
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2021
11:39 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2021
1:10 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ONGOING ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF OSCEOLA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Osceola, NE
2.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2021
1:09 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM OSCEOLA. UPON FURTHER REVIEW OBSERVER FOUND SOME HAIL TO AT LEAST 2 INCH DIAMETER ON THE NORTH SIDE OF TOWN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2021
1:08 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 14, 2020
9:37 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 14, 2020
9:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Osceola, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 17, 2017
12:51 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: EM REPORTED PING PONG HAIL IN OSCEOLA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Osceola, 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 68651

43 reports
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60 mph
Jun 10, 2026
2:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: observer estimated wind gust up to 60 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
60 mph
Jun 17, 2025
1:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large branch down on property. Reports of several other reports of 2 to 4 inch branches down in town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
1:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several reports of branches at least 2 to 4 inch diameter down in town... including from off-duty NWS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
74 mph
May 21, 2024
9:54 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Osceola, NE
60 mph
Apr 6, 2024
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Est 60mph wind gusts. Large tree limb down on sidewalk.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Oct 3, 2023
11:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of residential structure partial roof loss.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Osceola, NE
65 mph
Oct 3, 2023
11:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Clarks, NE
86 mph
Oct 3, 2023
11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Edit to previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 S Osceola. Photos of tree damage on the south side of town and power is out. Davis station anemometer mounted approximately 30 ft up measured a peak gust of 86 MPH. Metal amateur radio tower approximately 40 ft tall was knocked over at this location. One of the light poles at nearby high school football field was damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Oct 3, 2023
11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photos of tree damage on the south side of town and power is out. Davis station anemometer mounted approximately 30 ft up measured a gust of 80 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2022
12:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PIVOT OVERTURNED AND TREE UPROOTED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 NNW Shelby, NE
60 mph
Dec 15, 2021
8:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PEA SIZED HAIL WITH 60-70MPH WINDS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2020
5:02 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 1 SSE OSCEOLA. 1 FT. DIAMETER TREE BLOWN OVER AT BASE. MANY TREE LIMBS DOWN AROUND TOWN. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2020
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON. RECEIVED REPORT AND PHOTO OF A VERY LARGE TREE BRANCH APPROXIMATELY 2 FT. DIAMETER THAT FELL ON A HOME.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Osceola, NE
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2020
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 INCH TREE LIMB DOWN IN FRONT YARD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, NE
60 mph
Jun 9, 2018
7:21 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Osceola, 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 68651

8 reports
UNK category
May 28, 2024
9:54 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Result from survey of May 21 storms. EF0 rated tornado in northeast Polk County with estimated maximum wind 80 mph. Damaged trees... power poles and pivots. Path was 4.41 miles and width estimated to be 75 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 NNW Shelby, NE
EF0 category
Apr 27, 2014
4:17 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado, which touched down northwest of the intersection of Highways 92 and 39 approximately 8 miles west-northwest of Osceola, was witnessed by multiple storm chasers. No damage was reported with this tornado.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.53 NNW Swedehome, NE
EF1 category
May 11, 2011
2:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This confirmed tornado was witnessed by a number of spotters, including the Emergency Manager and Fire Chief. The initial touchdown was south of Osceola, but lifted as it approached the town. It then touched down once again on the northeast edge of town, before lifting for the final time approximately 3/4 of a mile to the north. Damage included 4 metal sheds destroyed south of town, with some of the debris ending up in the city park, a large tree uprooted in the city park, and porch and shed damage to a residence on the north side of town. The top wind speed estimated with this tornado was 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.41 S Osceola, NE
F2 category
Jun 15, 1992
6:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Jun 29, 1986
8:02 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Apr 19, 1985
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F2 category
Jul 30, 1968
5:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
May 15, 1965
11:00 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 68651
Polk County · 2,235 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 68651 area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,293
Households499
Housing units560
Income
Median household income$80,375
$100k+ households46.9%
$150k+ households14.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached494
Attached single-family4
Small multifamily38
Large multifamily9
Mobile homes15
Housing mix
Single-family share88.2%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share8.4%
Mobile-home share2.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied378
Renter-occupied121
Vacant units61
Home value & age
Median home value$183,200
Owner homes $300k+15.3%
Owner homes $500k+2.9%
Owner homes $750k+2.7%
Median year built1963
Older-home share73.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars476
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 68651 have on record?

Our records show 63 hail, 43 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near ZIP 68651, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 68651?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 68651 is 3.00″. It was reported near Osceola, NE on May 12, 1956.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 68651 — 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 68651 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 68651 — 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 68651 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 68651 — 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 68651 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 68651 — 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 68651, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 68651, 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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