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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Brownlee, NE

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Brownlee, NE from May 15, 1962 through August 24, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
199
Wind Reports
81
Tornado Reports
17
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Brownlee, NE · 1962–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 24, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Brownlee, NE

30 reports
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1.25″ hail
Aug 24, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Also had 0.65 of rainfall from the storm.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 N Seneca, NE
1.25″ hail
Aug 24, 2026
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarters to half dollars.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 Nne Mullen, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
1:18 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Mostly peas with a few quarters. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 Ssw Merritt Reservoir, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 2026
9:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 SSE Brownlee, NE
1.75″ hail
Aug 9, 2025
10:18 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail and 57 mph winds.
NWS Hail Report Location: Brownlee, NE
2.00″ hail
May 14, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Had 2 rounds of 2 inch hail the first at 4:15 MT and 5:45 MT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NNE Mullen, NE
1.75″ hail
May 14, 2025
10:06 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 WSW Brownlee, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 12, 2024
12:30 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 N Seneca, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 12, 2024
12:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report via social media of half inch to inch hail. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 NNE Mullen, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2023
3:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 13 E Brownlee, NE
1.00″ hail
May 7, 2023
12:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTS QUARTER SIZED HAIL NEAR MM 161 AND MM 162 ON HIGHWAY 83 N.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 SSE Brownlee, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 21, 2022
12:36 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: BROKEN WINDOWS ON PROPERTY. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NW Brownlee, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2022
9:34 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VIA SPOTTERNETWORK.ORG
NWS Hail Report Location: 19 N Mullen, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 6, 2022
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL. SHREDDED TREES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 13 WSW Brownlee, NE
1.50″ hail
May 17, 2022
1:15 AM UTC
Hail report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT WITH PHOTO VIA EMAIL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 N Mullen, 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 Brownlee, NE

30 reports
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54 mph
Aug 24, 2026
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Nebraska Mesonet station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Seneca, NE
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2026
2:18 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Caller reported tree damage at property including 4-6 inch tree limbs downed in strong winds. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 12 Nne Brownlee, NE
66 mph
Aug 17, 2026
1:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 12 Nw Brownlee, NE
78 mph
Aug 13, 2026
4:41 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured on home weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 21 N Mullen, NE
80 mph
Jul 30, 2026
9:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 13 Nw Brownlee, NE
72 mph
Jul 30, 2026
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 13 Nw Brownlee, NE
70 mph
Jul 30, 2026
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 13 Nw Brownlee, NE
64 mph
Jul 1, 2026
5:49 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 15 NNE Brownlee, NE
64 mph
Jul 1, 2026
5:32 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Brownlee, NE
65 mph
Sep 9, 2025
12:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Station VRFN1.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 NNE Brownlee, NE
UNK mph
May 14, 2025
10:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of an overturned semi on Highway 83 MM 174.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NE Brownlee, NE
60 mph
Jun 2, 2024
11:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 NE Mullen, NE
60 mph
Jun 30, 2023
3:08 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: estimates 50 to 60 mph gusts. time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 12 NNE Brownlee, NE
60 mph
Jun 25, 2023
5:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd gst report from 12 NNE Brownlee. Trained spotter reports 60+ mph wind gust around 12:15 am CT... time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 12 NNE Brownlee, NE
60 mph
Apr 13, 2023
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT FROM EMERGENCY MANAGER OF BLOWING DUST EAST OF BROWLEE WITH ESTIMATE WIND GUSTS OF 60 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 E Brownlee, 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 Brownlee, NE

17 reports
UNK category
Jul 30, 2026
9:33 PM UTC
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief landspout reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 20 N Mullen, NE
UNK category
Jul 28, 2025
12:33 AM UTC
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 14 SE Merritt Reservoir, NE
UNK category
Jul 9, 2020
1:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: LANDSPOUT TORNADO ON THE GROUND 3 MINUTES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 N Thedford, NE
EF0 category
Jun 25, 2010
5:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down over open range land.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 13.22 WNW Elsmere, NE
EF0 category
Mar 23, 2009
12:45 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down over open rangeland. The only damage was to a lean-to on a barn.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8.29 S Brownlee, NE
EF0 category
Aug 11, 2008
6:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down briefly east of Highway 83 along Goose Creek. The tornado uprooted trees and broke off tree limbs.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 14.96 NNW Elsmere, NE
EF0 category
Jun 26, 2008
6:15 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly and took down 3 power poles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 14.93 SW Brownlee, NE
EF0 category
Jun 1, 2008
5:45 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly and broke off treas in a pasture.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10.33 SE Brownlee, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
8:55 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado was on the ground for a short time and moved across open rangeland.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Brownlee, NE
F1 category
Jun 4, 1999
8:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down west of highway 83, crossed the highway and destroyed a scale house at a cattle handling facility.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SSE Brownlee, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado moved across open rangeland southeast of Brownlee with minor damage to fences and trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SSE Brownlee, NE
F2 category
Jun 4, 1999
8:22 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This was a continuation of the Thomas county tornado that initially touched down 3 miles north north west of Thedford and traveled into Cherry county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SSE Brownlee, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
8:05 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm chasers and the general public observed the tornado as it moved across open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SW Brownlee, NE
F0 category
Aug 4, 1992
4:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Jul 23, 1977
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Brownlee, NE
Cherry County · 2,397 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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Brownlee, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population6
Households4
Housing units13
Income
Median household income--
$100k+ households--
$150k+ households--
Housing stock
Single-family detached13
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-occupied4
Renter-occupied0
Vacant units9
Home value & age
Median home value--
Owner homes $300k+--
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1975
Older-home share84.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 199 hail, 81 wind, and 17 tornado reports in and near Brownlee, NE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 24, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Brownlee?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Brownlee, NE is 4.50″. It was reported near Brownlee, NE on August 15, 1985.

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

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

I am selling a home in Brownlee — 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 Brownlee address?

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