Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 4:22PM MDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 3:22pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 422 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Pleasant Valley, or 10 miles east of Holyoke, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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.
Locations impacted include...
Lamar and Crete.
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 Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM MDT for
southwestern Nebraska.
Area Description:
Perkins; Chase
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov