Nebraska Tornado Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 15:36

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 5:36PM CDT until May 17 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 3:36pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 535 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles northeast of Archer, or 28 miles northeast of Grand Island, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and baseball 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. Locations impacted include... Fullerton and Clarks.
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: 
Merrick, NE; Nance, NE; Polk, NE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Hastings NE