Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 16 at 10:22PM CDT until May 16 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 8:22pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1021 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Norman, or 21
miles southwest of Hastings, moving east at 55 mph.
THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR SOUTHEAST KEARNEY COUNTY.
HAZARD...80 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Automated Weather Station.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be heavily damaged. Expect
considerable damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles.
Extensive tree damage and power outages are likely.
This severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northeastern Franklin, southwestern Adams and southeastern Kearney
Counties.
Instruction:
This is an EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION. This storm is 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. This storm may cause serious injury and significant
property damage.
Area Description:
Adams, NE; Franklin, NE; Kearney, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov