Nebraska Tornado Warning | Effective 05/18/2026 13:17

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 3:17PM CDT until May 18 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 1:17pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 316 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Diller, or 15 miles southwest of Beatrice, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong 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... Diller at 315 PM CDT. Odell around 320 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; Jefferson, NE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Omaha/Valley NE