High winds tear roofing from downtown Sidney motel, city issues safety warning

Roofing is peeling off the old America’s Best Motel in downtown Sidney as wind gusts around 60 mph hit the area. The City of Sidney is warning residents to use caution near 2115 Illinois Street.

March 12, 2026Updated: March 12, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

High winds tear roofing from downtown Sidney motel, city issues safety warning

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