Independence Day Tornado Damage: In Photos

An EF-1 Tornado damages numerous properties in Hall and Merrick Counties early Monday morning.
Extensive tree damage along A Rd where the tornado crossed the roadway.(Kyle Gillett)
Published: Jul. 4, 2022 at 5:14 PM CDT

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Families in Hall and Merrick Counties recover from property damage on Monday after a tornado, rated EF-1 by the Weather Service in Hastings, ripped through during the early morning hours.

The National Weather Service damage survey determined max wind speeds of 110 mph occurred during the tornado that tore through 9.7 miles of eastern Hall and western Merrick Counties. Damage to several homes, farm outbuildings, crops and vehicles occurred between 12:51 AM CDT and 1:10 AM CDT.

The twister first started 4 miles south of Grand Island and tracked northwest for nearly 10 miles before lifting about 4.8 miles southwest of Chapman.

Photos of the damage along the 9.7-mile stretch were captured this morning.

Families, tree and utility crews continue clean up and restoration Monday afternoon. Families remain positive, even after a night of devastation.

The National Weather Service’s official damage survey can be found here:

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