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Hall County leads state in tornado density

Following is a list of the 20 Nebraska counties reporting the most tornadoes for the period 1950 through 2003, followed by the number of tornadoes per 1,000 square miles. Custer County leads in number; Hall County leads in density of tornadoes.

1. Custer    74   28.7

2. Hall      68  124.5

(tie) Buffalo    68   70.2

4. Lincoln    65   25.4

5. Holt      61   25.3

6. Cherry    58   9.7

7. Scotts Bluff    50   67.7

8. Cheyenne    47   39.3

9. Hamilton    46   84.6

(tie) Thayer    46   80.0

(tie) Dawson    46   45.4

(tie) Sheridan    46   8.8

13. Adams    43   76.4

14. Gage    40   46.8

(tie) Morrill    40   28.1

16. Madison    38   66.3

(tie) Kimball    38   39.9

18. Howard    37   64.9

19. York    36   62.5

(tie) Antelope    36   42.0

(tie) Knox    36   32.5

Source: National Weather Service

Grand Island and Hall County have a history of tornado occurrences. Following are tornado rules and tips to follow:

  • In a home or building, move to a pre-designated shelter, such as a basement.

  • If an underground shelter is not available, move to a small interior room or hallway on the lowest floor and get under a sturdy piece of furniture. Put as many walls as possible between you and the outside.

  • Stay away from windows.

  • Get out of automobiles. Do not try to outrun a tornado in your car; instead, leave it immediately for safe shelter. If caught outside or in a vehicle, lie flat in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head with your hands.

  • Be aware of flying debris. Flying debris from tornadoes causes most fatalities and injuries.

  • Mobile homes, even if tied down, offer little protection from tornadoes. You should leave a mobile home and go to the lowest floor of a sturdy nearby building or a storm shelter.

    A tornado watch is issued when tornadoes are possible in a designated area. Remain alert for approaching storms. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local radio/television outlets for updated information.

    A tornado warning means a twister has been sighted or indicated on Doppler weather radar. Take immediate cover during a warning.

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