59 mph measured gust near Nelson
A wind gust of 68 MPH was measured by a mesonet station located near Nelson. Local law enforcement reported tree damage and several downed power lines in the area.
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For Nuckolls County, NOAA lists 1 hail report (largest 0.88 in), 21 damaging-wind reports (up to 78 mph) and 1 tornado report from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A wind gust of 68 MPH was measured by a mesonet station located near Nelson. Local law enforcement reported tree damage and several downed power lines in the area.
A swath of wind with gusts estimated to be as high as 90 MPH swept through the southeastern portion of Nuckolls County. Peak measured gusts included the following: 73 MPH, measured by a mesonet station located one mile west-northwest of...
Wind gusts estimated to be near 70 MPH resulted in a few overturned irrigation pivots in the area.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Nelson
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
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