A very hot and humid airmass resided over eastern Nebraska on June 17th. Thunderstorms developed along a cold front during the afternoon over southern Minnesota. A strong MCS developed and propagated to the southwest through southeast South Dakota and northwest Iowa into eastern Nebraska. A very favorable atmosphere for downbursts was in place over northeast Nebraska and numerous reports of wind damage were observed as the southwest moved through the area. As the system reached east central Nebraska the forward progress slowed and as additional convection developed in association with the low-level jet, very heavy rainfall was observed over parts of the area leading to significant flash flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in CEDAR, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 20:30:00 to 17-JUN-16 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: FORDYCE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Very strong winds were reported, likely over 60 mph, that were breaking tree branches and reducing visibility in blow sand.

Thunderstorm Wind in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 21:15:00 to 17-JUN-16 21:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERDIGRE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported that large healthy trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 21:55:00 to 17-JUN-16 21:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAYNE
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 21:15:00 to 17-JUN-16 21:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAYNE
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 22:01:00 to 17-JUN-16 22:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: WINSIDE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Tree lines of 8 to 12 inches in diameter were reported downed by the strong winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in THURSTON, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 21:40:00 to 17-JUN-16 21:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALTHILL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The emergency manager estimated winds of 60 mph occurring.

Thunderstorm Wind in THURSTON, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 22:05:00 to 17-JUN-16 22:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: WINNEBAGO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The emergency manager reports winds up to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 21:16:00 to 17-JUN-16 21:16:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIOBRARA
Magnitude: 75.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The wind gust was reported on a weather station at Niobrara State Park.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 22:15:00 to 17-JUN-16 22:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAYNE
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Thunderstorm Wind in MADISON, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 22:50:00 to 17-JUN-16 22:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: MEADOW GROVE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A spotter reported several large trees down.

Thunderstorm Wind in BOONE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 23:20:00 to 17-JUN-16 23:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: PETERSBURG
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local local enforcement reported a barn destroyed.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 22:30:00 to 17-JUN-16 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLARKSON
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Local fire and rescue reported widespread wind damage in the city of Clarkson. This included significant tree damage, as well as power poles being blown down.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 18-JUN-16 12:15:00 to 18-JUN-16 19:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAHOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Minor flooding was observed along the Wahoo Creek from near Wahoo to Ithaca. The flooding was generally confined to agricultural land along the channel of the creek.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 18-JUN-16 04:23:00 to 19-JUN-16 03:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICKERSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Widespread low-land flooding was observed along the channel of the creek. Water flowed over Nickerson Road just north of town, and did impact the U.S. Highway 275 and 77 bridge but did not close the highways.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 18-JUN-16 01:49:00 to 18-JUN-16 16:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCRIBNER ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Widespread flooding was observed along the Pebble Creek channel. This included flooding of a significant amount of agricultural land and county roads. The flood gates to protect the town of Schribner had to be closed, which closed U.S. Highway 275 through town as well.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 18-JUN-16 01:50:00 to 18-JUN-16 03:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATERLOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The heavy rainfall propelled the West Papillion Creek into Minor flood. The flooding was significant enough that it crossed State Highway 64 necessitating the closure of the roadway for a time.

Flash Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 18-JUN-16 00:30:00 to 18-JUN-16 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DODGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Extremely heavy rainfall, at times over 3 inches per hour, fell over a good part of Dodge County. This resulted in some locations receiving over 7 inches of rainfall from northwest Dodge County southeast through the city of Fremont. The rate and duration of the rainfall resulted in significant flash flooding across the County. This included numerous gravel roads being closed in rural areas. In the city of Fremont street flooding was widespread. In addition numerous homes had their basements flood.

Thunderstorm Wind in BOONE, NEBRASKA
From 17-JUN-16 23:40:00 to 17-JUN-16 23:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: PRIMROSE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported large trees blown down in the city of Primrose.