Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 7:22PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 5:22pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 722 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Simpson, or 13 miles southeast of Beloit, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Simpson around 725 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT for north central
Kansas.
Area Description:
Mitchell
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov