Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 5:46PM CDT until May 17 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 3:46pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 546 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Fullerton, or 27 miles south of Albion, moving
northeast at 40 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.
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 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:
Merrick, NE; Nance, NE; Polk, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender: