Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 13 at 3:14AM CDT until August 13 at 3:30AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 13, 2026 - 1:14am
Expires:
August 13, 2026 - 1:30am
Description:
At 314 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Howells, or 17 miles southwest of West Point, moving
east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Dodge around 320 AM CDT.
Other locations in the path of this tornadic thunderstorm include
Snyder.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Colfax, NE; Cuming, NE; Dodge, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov