Winter Storm — North Sioux, Nebraska

2022-04-23 · North Sioux, Nebraska

Event narrative

Radar estimates around 8 inches of snowfall over the area. Numerous power poles needed replacement or maintenance along U.S. Highway 20 near Harrison due to heavy, wet snow and strong winds.

Wider weather episode

Strong storm system for late April resulted in heavy snow and high winds for portions of the Nebraska Panhandle. The initial low passage resulted in a brief period of high winds late on the 22nd near Scottsbluff resulting in structural damages to multiple buildings, including the airport. High winds continued on the 23rd along with heavy snowfall along the Pine Ridge in the northern Panhandle.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1019445. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.