Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 16 at 9:36PM CDT until May 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 7:36pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 935 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Harlan County Dam, or 18 miles north of Phillipsburg, moving east at
45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
These dangerous storms will be near...
Republican City and Harlan County Dam around 940 PM CDT.
Naponee around 945 PM CDT.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Phillips, KS; Franklin, NE; Harlan, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender: