My Most Glorious Out-of-Focus Tornado! (May 17, 2019)

May 17, 2019: I had the privilege of witnessing the entire life cycle of a McCook, Nebraska tornado up close and personal. It was a top 5 tornado for me, even though my video camera showcase the beauty of my hail-damaged windshield instead of the awe-inspiring twister.

While the video may be a bit blurry, the photos are incredible, and the memory of the day is crystal clear. All in all, it was an amazing chase with five tornadoes across open fields, three of which were absolute stunners.

So, buckle up and join me on this out-of-focus adventure as I share the experience of witnessing a truly glorious display of nature's power and beauty!

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NWS North Platte Summary:

A strong storm system crossed the Great Plains on Friday while a cold front was draped across the Sandhills, setting the stage for severe thunderstorms. One particular supercell thunderstorm moved from near McCook to near Oconto during the early evening hours. The storm was responsible for numerous tornadoes, including seven in Frontier County and one in southern Custer County. Other thunderstorms produced hail up to golf ball size and wind gusts exceeding 50 mph across southwest Nebraska and the Sandhills. The storms also produced multiple rounds of heavy rain, resulting in spots receiving over two inches of rain by the night's end.