Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 16 at 10:19PM CDT until May 16 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 8:19pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
At 1019 PM CDT, a long line of severe thunderstorms extends from
near Minden to Blue Hill to Smith Center, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Automated Weather Station.
IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile
homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
These severe storms will be near...
Campbell, Lebanon, Norman, and Inavale around 1025 PM CDT.
Red Cloud, Bladen, and Heartwell around 1030 PM CDT.
Instruction:
This is a DANGEROUS SITUATION. These storms are producing widespread
wind damage. SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy structure and stay
away from windows.
Intense thunderstorm lines can produce brief tornadoes and widespread
significant wind damage. Although a tornado is not immediately
likely, it is best to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of
a building. These storms may cause serious injury and significant
property damage.
Area Description:
Smith, KS; Adams, NE; Franklin, NE; Kearney, NE; Webster, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov