Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across the Nebraska Panhandle producing large hail with damaging winds in excess of 65 mph being the bigger impact to communities. Winds were strong enough to knock down several large tree branches in addition to toppling a recreational vehicle in a camper park. Several weather stations across the area also measured these thunderstorm winds with several in excess of 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:27:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:27:00 (MST-7)
Location: GERING
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Photos received showing a large recreation vehicle trailer blown over at the Roddoux RV park.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:33:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:33:00 (MST-7)
Location: SCOTTSBLUFF
Magnitude: 79.00 MG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Winds measured at the KNEB weather station with noted tree damage surrounding the studio.

Hail in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 (MST-7)
Location: SCOTTSBLUFF
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 (MST-7)
Location: GERING
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Observer estimated the reported wind gusts using handheld anemometer.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:34:00 (MST-7)
Location: SCOTTSBLUFF
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Observer estimated the winds based on the area surroundings reacting to the thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:46:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:46:00 (MST-7)
Location: GERING
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Several large diameter tree branches were reported knocked down.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 21:48:00 to 20-AUG-19 21:48:00 (MST-7)
Location: (BFF)HELIG FIELD
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Sensor at the Scotts Bluff Airport measured the recorded wind speeds.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 22:28:00 to 20-AUG-19 22:28:00 (MST-7)
Location: MELBETA
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Multiple trees were knocked down from thunderstorm winds blocking roadway access along several area roads.

Thunderstorm Wind in MORRILL, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 22:41:00 to 20-AUG-19 22:41:00 (MST-7)
Location: BRIDGEPORT
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Thunderstorm winds measured by a KNEB automated weather station.

Thunderstorm Wind in BOX BUTTE, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 22:44:00 to 20-AUG-19 22:44:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALLIANCE
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Thunderstorm winds measured by a KNEB automated weather station.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEYENNE, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 22:47:00 to 20-AUG-19 22:47:00 (MST-7)
Location: DALTON
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Thunderstorm winds measured by a KNEB automated weather station.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTTS BLUFF, NEBRASKA
From 20-AUG-19 22:26:00 to 20-AUG-19 22:26:00 (MST-7)
Location: SCOTTSBLUFF
Magnitude: 79.00 MG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

KNEB weather station measured the recorded wind speed with nearby extensive tree damage.