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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near McCool Junction, NE

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near McCool Junction, NE from June 19, 1961 through August 19, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
41
Wind Reports
19
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  McCool Junction, NE · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 19, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near McCool Junction, NE

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2026
8:47 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from Facebook. Time estimated from Radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2024
10:37 PM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report of copious amounts of hail... some up to quarter size. Also strong winds but no estimate on speeds. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNE Exeter, NE
1.25″ hail
May 21, 2024
4:16 PM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Accompanied by wind only about 25 MPH.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.25″ hail
Apr 16, 2024
12:10 PM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report with photo via social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Mccool Junction, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 8, 2022
1:45 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM MPING: QUARTER (1.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Mccool Junction, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 8, 2022
1:40 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FACEBOOK PICTURE OF HAIL WITH RULER. ALSO NOTED SOME SLIGHTLY LARGER.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 8, 2022
1:37 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT AND PHOTO OF HAIL IN MCCOOL JUNCTION. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 8, 2022
1:35 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.25″ hail
Jun 23, 2021
2:08 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 E Mccool Junction, NE
1.25″ hail
Mar 19, 2020
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER TO HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Mccool Junction, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2019
2:00 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2019
1:57 AM UTC
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2014
10:11 PM CST-6
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Wind gusts estimated at 50 to 55 mph occurred along with the golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.25 WSW Mc Cool Jct, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2014
7:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.25 WSW Mc Cool Jct, NE
1.75″ hail
Apr 14, 2012
9:54 PM CST-6
Hail report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Mc Cool Jct, 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 McCool Junction, NE

19 reports
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70 mph
Aug 19, 2026
6:25 PM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several 12-15 inch diameter tree limbs down in McCool Junction.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
58 mph
May 17, 2026
3:27 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Exeter, NE
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2022
5:30 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF DAMAGE TO A BUILDING.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2022
5:27 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTOS SHOWING SEVERAL BROKEN POWER POLES AND AN OVERTURNED PIVOT. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON REPORT AND RADAR... AS MULTIPLE STORMS MOVED THROUGH THE AREA OVERNIGHT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Mccool Junction, NE
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2022
5:25 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK OF ROOF DAMAGE ON THE WEST SIDE OF TOWN. TIME EST FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
60 mph
Jun 8, 2022
3:22 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TIME EST. FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
60 mph
Jun 8, 2022
1:35 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS TIME OF PREVIOUS TSTM WND GST REPORT FROM MCCOOL JUNCTION. TIME EST. FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
60 mph
Jul 11, 2021
4:30 AM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: FIRE CHIEF EST 60MPH WIND GUSTS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
UNK mph
Aug 26, 2019
12:10 PM UTC
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT FROM THIS MORNING OF SEVERAL TREE BRANCHES DOWN... SOME TO AT LEAST 6 INCH DIAMETER. PHOTOS POSTED TO SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mccool Junction, NE
60 mph
Jul 24, 2015
10:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gusts estimated to be near 60 MPH resulted in some minor shingle damage at an area home.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Mc Cool Jct, NE
70 mph
Apr 11, 2006
6:00 PM CST
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Cool Jct, NE
70 mph
May 11, 2005
9:33 PM CST
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Mc Cool Jct, NE
63 mph
May 29, 2000
10:14 PM CST
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Cool Jct, NE
60 mph
Jun 13, 1998
8:52 PM CST
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Cool Jct, NE
63 mph
Jun 26, 1996
4:05 PM CST
Wind report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Cool Jct, 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 McCool Junction, NE

6 reports
EF1 category
May 11, 2014
4:58 PM CST-6
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado started just under one mile inside York County and quickly strengthened, destroying a grain bin and power poles on the York and Seward County line. This tornado was only in York County for a short time, with most of its damage occurring in Seward County. Damage along the path of the tornado in York County included overturned irrigation pivots, broken power poles, and the destruction of grain bins. The peak wind with this tornado was estimated to be 90 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10.45 E Mc Cool Jct, NE
EF3 category
May 11, 2014
4:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This is a continuation of the tornado that started in northern Fillmore County. This tornado was the second to be rated an EF3 that affected south central Nebraska, starting in far northern Fillmore County before traversing a portion of York County and passing north of Cordova in Seward County. Damage along the track in Fillmore County was widespread, including one home which was totally destroyed. All 6 occupants took shelter in the basement. Another home suffered less significant damage, but outbuildings on the same property were destroyed. Also along the path of this tornado, and to the south of the path where rear flank downdraft winds occurred, numerous irrigation pivots were overturned, power poles were broken as well as trees and grain bins either damaged or destroyed. The strongest and widest time of this tornado occurred in Seward County, with a peak wind estimated to be 140 MPH and a maximum width of 2,640 yards, or 1.5 miles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8.54 ESE Mc Cool Jct, NE
EF1 category
May 29, 2013
3:48 PM CST-6
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado touched down approximately 5 miles south of York, traveling along a 16 mile path before lifting 12 miles northeast of York. It crossed over Interstate 80 approximately 1.3 miles east of the York interchange. This tornado had a maximum width of 400 yards and maximum wind speed estimated to be 110 MPH. Along this path, power poles and trees were snapped, large branches up to 12 to 18 inches in diameter were downed and irrigation pivots were overturned. Two outbuildings were damaged or destroyed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.41 N Mc Cool Jct, NE
F0 category
Jun 11, 2000
5:45 PM CST
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Mc Cool Jct, NE
F1 category
May 15, 1998
11:06 AM CST
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Mc Cool Jct, NE
F0 category
Apr 3, 1986
6:03 PM CST
Tornado report for McCool Junction, NE
York County · 4,978 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 · City

McCool Junction, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population740
Households290
Housing units299
Income
Median household income$115,833
$100k+ households70%
$150k+ households37.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached287
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily10
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes2
Housing mix
Single-family share96.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share3.3%
Mobile-home share0.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied248
Renter-occupied42
Vacant units9
Home value & age
Median home value$138,500
Owner homes $300k+11.3%
Owner homes $500k+0.8%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1938
Older-home share79.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars286
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 41 hail, 19 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near McCool Junction, NE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 19, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in McCool Junction?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near McCool Junction, NE is 2.50″. It was reported near McCool Junction, NE on June 21, 1991.

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

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

I am selling a home in McCool Junction — 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 McCool Junction address?

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