Nebraska, USA (2/5): About Nebraska - REVISED

Nebraska: Fun Facts

• Nebraska is home to more than a million people and is the 38th most populous state in the Nation. In terms of area, Nebraska ranks 16th.
   
• The part of the country that Nebraska sits in was at one point known as the great American desert. 
   
• Agriculture and manufacturing make up the majority of the states economy, and Nebraska is currently the leading state in ranching.
   
• Before European settlers arrived, Native American Indian tribes occupied the land, which was known for its fertile soil and hunting opportunities.
   
• The climate of Nebraska varies greatly by season. Summer is known for scorching heat, while winter is generally categorized by bitter cold.
   
• Nebraska sits in Tornado alley, and the state sees its fair share of Thunderstorm activity, which sometimes spawns tornadoes.
   
• Most tornadoes occur in the spring and summer months, although the fall can be quite active during certain years.