Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 16 at 9:17PM CDT until May 16 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 7:17pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 916 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 4 miles east of Beatrice, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
east central Gage County, including the following locations...
Rockford.
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
Sender: