Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 7:07AM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 5:07am
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:45am
Description:
At 707 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Kearney, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of eastern Buffalo and
west central Hall Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Buffalo; Hall
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov