Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 3:33PM CDT until May 18 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 1:33pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 332 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 3 miles southwest of Virginia, or 11 miles southeast of
Beatrice, moving northeast at 30 mph. A second area of rotation
capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles east of Wymore,
moving northeast at 25 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...
Virginia around 340 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Rockford State Recreation Area and 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.
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
Sender: