Nebraska Tornado Warning | Effective 05/18/2026 13:14

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 3:14PM CDT until May 18 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 313 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Blue Springs, or 9 miles southeast of Beatrice, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. This storm has a history of producing tornadoes. 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... Blue Springs and Wymore at 315 PM CDT. Holmesville around 320 PM CDT. Other locations in the path of this tornadic thunderstorm include Virginia.
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. Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description: 
Gage, NE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Omaha/Valley NE