Nebraska Tornado Warning | Effective 05/16/2026 18:21

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 16 at 8:21PM CDT until May 16 at 8:45PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 6:21pm
Expires: 
May 16, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description: 
At 820 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 5 miles southwest of Pickrell, or 6 miles northwest of Beatrice, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail. 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. This dangerous storm will be near... Beatrice and Pickrell around 825 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.
Area Description: 
Gage, NE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Omaha/Valley NE