Storm Damage from a Late Spring Storm (Original Photos)
About two hours before sunset a severe thunderstorm moved through eastern Nebraska bringing rain, wind, hail, and a possible tornado.
Photographs taken during the eerie, calm, quiet after the storm on 16 June 2017.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/32; 15 sec.; ISO-100; 70mm
Tornado Warning As the Thunderstorm Rolled Through
*Snapshot of the Radar from The Weather Channel
As the Thunderstorm rolled through the area a Tornado Warning was issued by the National Weather Service and the local sirens sounded.
The wind, heavy rain, and hail made it difficult to see anything. All you could see were sheets of rain blowing through and listen to the small sized hail hitting the windows.
Tree Damage
After the storm the winds were calm and an eerie, surreal lighting filled the area. This is when I notice the damage to the trees in the distance.
With a dark sky still overhead I could see that this tree limb was split from the main tree. The stillness of the air allowed me to take these long exposure photos.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/32; 15 sec.; ISO-100; 70mm
I could also see other split trees and at least one downed tree.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/32; 6 sec.; ISO-100; 70mm
Here is a close-up of the split tree.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/40; 15 sec.; ISO-100; 300mm
There was also a large tree that was uprooted.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/32; 6 sec.; ISO-100; 70mm
Here is a close-up of the uprooted tree.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/40; 10 sec.; ISO-100; 135mm
At this time, I am not aware of any other damage in my area from the storm.
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Nice series,
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WOW! Impressive pictures of that dramatic nature scenery! Stay safe and have a nice weekend, my friend!
Every year there seems to be some bad thunderstorms in the area around Father's Day weekend.
This time, I just happened to be home to be able to photograph the aftermath.
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Nice dramatic shots.
Thank you!
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Thank you! Same to you Mike. Anthony.
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You have some very nice pictures too!
Upvoted a few and followed!
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Wow! Its my pleasure. Will wait for more photos from you. Same to you! Have a happy weekend😊 salamat!
@etcmike Nice photos! We've had some pretty large thunderstorms here in Minnesota as well lately!
Just a seasonal event here. This area always seems to have a few bad thunderstorms around Father's Day weekend and the College World Series going on in Omaha.
A lot of roofs in the neighborhood got replaced about a month ago. The hail is good for the roofing industry.
Stay safe this summer!
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It is crazy what power a storm has and what damage it can cause!
Strong straight line winds can be just as bad as a tornado.
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Looks like the tree is literally bleeding!
It does!
In the early spring the city just went through and cleared out the dead trees. Looks like they will have more work to do.
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nicely presented great work mate.....:)
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great shots man!
Thank you!
I can still hear the thunder outside.
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Nice pictures, following you now :)
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