Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 4:32PM CDT until May 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 2:32pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 431 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 3 miles southwest of Peru, or 4 miles northeast of
Auburn, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. In addition to the potential
tornado, trained spotters have also reported 60 to 90 mph
winds in this dangerous storm.
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...
Peru around 435 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Brownville State Recreation Area and Duck Creek Recreation Area.
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:
Nemaha, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: