Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 17 at 6:09PM CDT until May 17 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 4:09pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 608 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles east of
Albion, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect
considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to
mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
Locations impacted include...
Albion and St. Edward.
Instruction:
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for northeastern
Nebraska. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT
for northeastern Nebraska.
This is a dangerous storm, capable of producing large hail driven by
severe winds! SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy structure and stay
away from windows! If you are caught outdoors, cover your head and
neck.
Area Description:
Boone, NE; Platte, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: